Families Magazine - Brisbane Issue 41 Aug/Sep 2020 - Brisbane Schools & Education

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The Clever Resource for Thinking Parents

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Find out about local news for families

Welcome to our BRISBANE SCHOOLS & EDUCATION Issue!

Can I get a HOORAY for Brisbane schools being back in business? Wow friends, I had no idea how simultaneously bored and unwilling to learn my children were. I’m writing them personalised report cards for the lockdown period and they are not going to be happy with the results. Not nearly as disappointed as the parents are, though.

My favourite part of home-schooling was starting a Masters of Education and completely ignoring the learning from home activities assigned to my children. How good is irony?! My teaching pedagogy is an inclusive, constructivist practice which engages the whole child and encourages connection. My parenting is still lacklustre and a combination of investing in the most promising child (it varies) and intervention when they are visibly dysfunctional. The things I missed most during school lockdown (besides the teachers and other parents) were:

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3 Cool Stem Projects for Kids Paying for Performance

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Simone Eclair

Simone Eclair insists she is a Brisbane comedian (but you can decide for yourself).

Follow her on Facebook/Twitter/Instagram (simone.eclair) if you are inclined or enjoy her blog and videos at www.simoneeclair.com

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Families Travel Airlie Beach for Kids

Clubs, Classes & Activities Find a local Club, Class or Activity

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Families Fun Circle the family events you plan to do Ekka Alternative Ideas

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Families Health Keeping Children Safe Around Water

I missed tuckshop SO much. Still, the knife skills of my children are much improved as they foraged from the vege drawers because I put all the tasty food up high in the fridge behind the sambal oelek and sriracha.

Yours in half-completed worksheets and finding all the glue stick lids under the couch,

Education Hiring a Tutor

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Now more than ever you want to be across schools in Brisbane and this is the issue to follow! I promise I’m not a teacher yet so your kids are safe for another year.

Parenting Drama Class: Your Secret Weapon Against Anxiety

• Having a toilet which didn’t constantly smell like a public bathroom.

• Tuckshop.

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SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS FOR A CHANCE TO WIN!

The University of Queensland’s Every Family parenting research team wants to know if you think your neighbourhood is a good place to raise kids. If you’re a Queensland parent or carer of a child under 18, they want to hear from you. Just complete a 10-minute online anonymous survey for your chance to win 1 of 200 $50 Coles/ Myer Group gift cards!

What is this survey about?

The Raising Children in Your Neighbourhood Survey aims to capture parenting experiences and beliefs about parenting support and raising children in your community. The survey asks you questions about any problems you have experienced with you children, your parenting experiences, what parenting support is available in your community and your beliefs about your community as a place to raise children.

Do the survey now! www.exp.psy.uq.edu.au/racyn

FATHER’S DAY SEPTEMBER 6

Show Dad, or the father figure in your life, just how much he means to you this Sunday September 6. From dining out to family adventures, and gift ideas to activities, check out www.familiesmagazine.com.au/fathers-day

WIN A FANTASTIC KIDS’ GAMES PACK!

Fun for all ages in time for the spring holiday! Littlies will love the thrill of Gator Golf while your Harry Potter fans will adore the Magical Beasts Board Game. Rubik’s Revolution has six exciting electronic games and Test Match is the perfect family game for get-togethers.

We have two full sets (value $150 RRP each) to give away.

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SEPTEMBER IS INTERNATIONAL CHILDHOOD CANCER AWARENESS MONTH Sadly around 750 children aged 0-14 are diagnosed with cancer in Australia every year.

Young people should be focusing on school and friendships, but when they have cancer, their focus instead can be on medication, hospital appointments, and operations.

You can help raise awareness of childhood cancers by making a tax-deductible donation to a non-profit childhood cancer organisation – or by being sponsored to talk like a pirate! Talk Like A Pirate Day is on September 19 and provides a great opportunity to have fun and raise funds.

Redkite, The Kids’ Cancer Project, Childhood Cancer Association, Neuroblastoma Australia, and CanTeen are among the many Australian childhood cancer organisations looking for your support this year and beyond.

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I Love My Dad Because…

Father’s Day is on Sunday 6 September and there are lots of reasons to celebrate Brisbane’s great dads.

We’ve been out asking Brisbane children to tell us why they love their Daddy so much.

I love my dad because he is a great daddy. He buys me stuff.

We play at the park together. I love him. - BEAR, 5 YEARS OLD.

I love my dad because my dad gives so much love to me and he takes care of me and gets me to bed every night.

– ALYSE, 6 YEARS OLD

I love my dad because he makes me laugh! He reads books in a funny voice which makes me happy. – AIDEN, 4 YEARS OLD

I love my dad for his cuddles. I also love it when he takes me looking for gold and to see the water dragons – MILLIE, 5 YEARS OLD

I love daddy because he helps me fix stuff.

- MAX, 6 YEARS OLD. I love my dad because he tucks me into bed and he makes me breakfast.

– SUMMER, 4 YEARS OLD

I love my daddy because he draws with me and takes me out for ice cream – SIAN, 3 YEARS OLD I love my poppy because he does funny things for me. I like to watch the football with poppy and cheer for our favourite team.

- OLIVER, 6 YEARS OLD.

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Drama Class

Your Secret Weapon Against Childhood Anxiety

By Elizabeth Avery Scott

For many parents, having an anxious child is one of the great parenting challenges.

It can be frustrating – and even embarrassing – when your child refuses to get into the water at swimming lessons, or has a screaming meltdown before going into a friend’s birthday party, or feigns sickness every time there’s an exam.

These are all manifestations of anxiety – where your child is willing to do anything to avoid facing what’s making them anxious.

But did you know that joining a drama class may help your anxious child?

How drama can help At Perform Australia we’ve given a lot of thought to this. While drama is often about a performance – admittedly a scary thought for the shy and nervous – it is the process of drama that assists with anxiety. A drama class is a creative way to gradually develop skills for dealing with life’s challenges.

But how does this actually work?

Traditionally, a drama class begins with a warmup – just as professional actors warm up before a show. There is a focus on breathing and relaxation, stretching the body, and exercising the voice in preparation for the activities to come.

It’s these very activities – breathing, slowing things down, and body awareness or ‘mindfulness’ – that are often taught by psychologists to assist with anxiety. A drama student learns them as part-and-parcel of being an actor.

Next, there may be some activities that invite imaginative input. Creative storytelling, embodiment of characters, improvising a scene based on a theme – all of these require drama students to delve into their own ideas bank. They bring their inner selves out into the open.

While initially, anxious children may be tentative about this process, once they get the hang of it, we watch them experience a sense of release and freedom in their own creative expression. Science is confirming again and again that creative expression is good for us; creativity floods the brain with dopamine, which relieves anxiety and depression and generates a general sense of happiness.

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Following the initial drama exercises, a class may then turn to working on a script for an upcoming performance.

Learning a script Learning a script frequently involves interaction with others, but the boon for the anxious kid is: what you say is already prepared! So, drama helps kids interact socially with others, via the medium of performance, without some of the usual pressures of having to know what to say. Script work becomes a shared experience, forging bonds, and giving your child the sense that “we’re working on this together”.

Performing in front of others When performance time comes – whether that’s a stage performance or a film shoot – it’s normal for your child to feel anxious.

Here, a drama class teacher can take the opportunity to normalise the experience of anxiety and note

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Parenting anxious child is just too overwhelmed we recognise that now is not the right time to push. The skills learned in drama class do take some time to master after all. At this point it’s important to praise the child’s effort and preparation, and to debrief gently over what they are feeling.

one very important aspect: it will pass.

Teachers will explain to your child that what they are experiencing before a performance – nerves – is their body’s way of getting ready for the challenge of performance. Butterflies in the stomach, feeling a little sweaty, even a sense of panic are all reasonable human responses before you step out on stage, or the director calls “action!” Children who perform regularly learn to sit with this discomfort for some minutes, without letting it overcome them. This is an important life skill to master, and participation in drama gives the anxious child many opportunities to practice it.

No pressure to perform If there is some reason why an anxious child can’t perform on stage or screen when the time comes, at Perform Australia, we won’t pressure them.

We’ll encourage it as much as we can, for sure, but if on one particular day an

But, if your anxious child does walk out on stage and perform – boy, are they thrilled when they return backstage afterwards! It is such an achievement to face fears, enjoy the moment, and put all they’ve learned into practice.

And it’s here that their drama experience becomes a turning point in their personal history.

What’s more, you as a parent now have another tool at your disposal. Next time your child is anxious about an upcoming challenge, you say, “Remember how you were feeling before your performance? And how great you felt afterwards? You can do that again – I know you can!”

Drama experiences create memories of battles won – for our children, and for ourselves.

So drama class might just be your next secret weapon against anxiety.

Elizabeth Avery Scott is CEO and co-founder of Perform Australia, a leading Australian drama school.

She is also a trained counsellor, playwright, and mum of three. Perform Australia is taking enrolments now: www.perform.edu.au

WE L VE MONTY After the successful visit from the Paws the Pressure Therapy Dogs, Somerville House is pleased to welcome Monty the Dog as the face of the Little Paws Big Impact program.

A trained companion Labrador retriever, Monty the Dog is fast becoming part of the green sisterhood, focussing much of her attention on the wellbeing of the students as she makes her rounds of the campus.

Year 12 student, Hilary Barrett says, “Her sweet and happy nature brightens each and every student’s day.”

In our current climate of change and uncertainty, Monty the Dog is consistent in her interactions with the students. She sits with girls who need one-on-one attention, calmly accepting their pats and scratches, while quietly listening to their concerns and thoughts.

As all students returned to school on 25 May, so did Monty, with a direct mission to support our students in returning to a sense of normality.

Put perfectly by Mrs Michelle Crouch, Head of Department – Drama: “A quick pat, tail wag, human giggles, a lap of the room and she moves off with purpose to affect the next human with a hello and positive affirmation”.

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Education

HIRING A

PRIMARY OR HIGH SCHOOL

TUTOR Are you considering a tutor for your child?

People hire tutors for their children for all kinds of reasons, and it is not always because they feel their child is struggling. There are many advantages – academic, social, and personal - to hiring a primary or high school tutor.

HOW A TUTOR CAN HELP YOUR CHILD

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Let us look at the ways a tutor can have a positive benefit for your child:

If your child is shy or has anxiety, they may hold back from seeking help in the classroom. If your child is too social, they may find the presence of other students distracting. A home tutor can help your child focus, complete the work they started in class, and answer all the questions a shy child lacked the confidence to ask.

ACADEMIC Does your child have literacy and numeracy comprehension issues that need attention, or are they looking to further enhance already great marks to give them a competitive edge?

Children learn in different ways, but a classroom environment cannot always accommodate every child’s learning style in the lesson time allowed. When building on the learning foundations, a tutor can tailor their private or small group lesson to your child’s way of learning, enabling better comprehension and giving a struggling child that all-important lightbulb moment and confidence boost.

For children who find learning in school a breeze, high school tutors can expand on their classroom learning to help ready them for tertiary education and their planned career path.

We recommend parents look for individualised approaches to learning in tutoring, because, learning needs will differ between each child.

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Your child will get to know their tutor through regular sessions, forming a bond that can boost confidence and help your child keep pace with their peers.

Selecting the right tutor can be the difference between an effective learning experience and a frustrating one. At Cluey Learning we only accept 6% of tutor applicants to ensure our customers get the best tutor possible. We look for subject matter expertise and experience, but above that we look for patience, friendliness, enthusiasm and the ability to tailor teaching to each individual student’s needs. And our education team provides plenty of support with curriculum and pedagogy.

As an online tutoring company, we recommend broadening your search for the best tutoring experience beyond what’s available locally - the right tutor for your child may not be the closest!

Another recommendation from Kumon is for parents of young children to consider a tutoring program that builds foundations in literacy and numeracy. Once children have mastered the fundamentals in these two areas, learning other subjects becomes far easier.

‘SCHOOL AT HOME’

Kumon Tutoring

The recent ‘school at home’ requirement in term 2 highlighted for many parents how much they have forgotten about Pythagoras’ Theorem and syntax (don’t worry – you are not alone!). Add to

Dr Selina Samuels, Chief Learning Officer at Cluey Learning

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Education homework can be far out of context for many parents. A tutor can ‘sit’ with your child during homework to help them stay on track and work to the best of their ability.

FINDING A TUTOR There are flexible tutoring options to accommodate most families’ requirements. A tutor can come to your home if a one-to-one private lesson is preferred to help your child focus – or if your child would rather not have others know that they are struggling to keep up in school.

Similarly, online tutoring can be one-to-one or small group. Online tutoring is a great option for children who study remotely, live some distance from their nearest tutor, or who are travelling.

Tutoring is also available in after-school Education Centres, which offer small group lessons to help your child gain a better understanding of, or expand on, their classroom learning.

IS HIRING A TUTOR RIGHT FOR YOUR FAMILY? that the pressure of juggling different year levels at the dining table, fitting in your own tasks and chores, and the many other distractions in the home and it’s understandable if schoolwork began to slide a little. If you feel your child has fallen behind and needs help to catch up, a tutor is available to help.

The presence of a professional tutor – in person or online - means that your child will receive the support they need to flourish, develop confidence and find success in subjects where they might otherwise have expected to struggle.

Tutors keep pace with the National Curriculum. They know what your child should be learning and can help catch up to – and surpass - where they need to be.

Whatever the reason for wanting to invest further in your child’s education, it is definitely a wise choice. Putting literacy and numeracy front and centre at home has a knock-on effect that will see students take their classroom work more seriously. It’s a great way to also involve yourself further in their learning as you’ll have another educational professional to touch base with.

HOMEWORK

Give tutoring a try. An investment in education is an investment in the future.

While we would all like to have the time to sit down and help our child with their homework, often other demands get in the way. And, let’s face it, without any recent classroom experience the tasks set in

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Education IES COLLEGE An IB World School opening in Spring Hill in January 2021

A 21-year resident of the education landscape in Spring Hill offering the Foundation Year for The University of Queensland, IES College is now an authorised IB World School, offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme to local and international year 11 and 12 students.

Building on its proud reputation for delivering high-quality, innovative educational experiences, and an award winning track record of successfully preparing students for university undergraduate degrees, the expansion of IES’s educational programme will see IES College become Brisbane’s only independent, co-educational, secular, not-for-profit school to exclusively deliver the internationally recognised IB Diploma Programme, and enrolments are now open for year 11, 2021.

The International Baccalaureate aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. To this end the organisation works with schools, governments and international organisations to develop challenging programmes of international education and rigorous assessment. These programmes encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.

IES College’s fully refurbished inner city, vertical campus located at 433 Boundary St, Spring Hill, is a welcoming learning environment for students. Globally inspired, light-filled spaces for collaboration and socialising, quiet places for concentration and deep thinking, flexible Wi-Fi classrooms that can be transformed for purpose, a research learning centre at the hub of the school, STEM and art studios, performing arts space and more.

The smaller boutique environment provides a personalised student experience, encouraging each student to reach their full potential, feel safe and supported. Bigger isn’t always better. The college takes a whole-of-student-development approach to teaching and learning; the students will simultaneously be challenged, engaged, supported and nurtured. Simply put, the students will be heard. Students are welcome on campus anytime between 8AM and 6PM, but classes will only begin at 9.30AM, because IES College understands that a later start is what teenage bodies and brains need to flourish.

The IB Diploma Programme curriculum holistically develops the whole student – balancing academic subjects with student led personal development through the CAS programme of creativity, activity and service and an individual research project which prepares students for university level study, all part of strengthening the students’ skills as responsible, independent learners.

IES College has partnered with a range of community groups in Spring Hill and beyond to extend learning beyond the classroom and offer an experiential learning environment. For students, not every day will be spent in the classroom. Many of the activities will take place off campus, outdoors in the local community. Brisbane

is our campus! Students will have regular trips to galleries, libraries, museums, industry and technology hubs. Green space, parks and community sporting facilities nearby provide ample opportunities for students to have some downtime from academic pursuits to keep active and healthy. There are so many ways to explore the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme outside of the classroom.

IB World Schools share a common philosophy – a commitment to improve the teaching and learning of a diverse and inclusive community of students by delivering challenging, high quality programmes of international education that share a powerful vision.

IES College doesn’t just talk about diversity and inclusion; it lives, breathes it and lead by example. Our teachers and professional staff are multilingual and multicultural, and have travelled the world.

They understand different cultures, and have a real grasp of what it means to be a world citizen.

Students have access to virtual global classrooms to learn and collaborate with students from around the world. If English isn’t your first language, IES gives you the opportunity to study in your mother tongue and ensure there is support and resources available to you because it recognises how important it is to maintain connection to language and culture.

Being purposefully global in outlook infuses every aspect of the learning at IES College. Students will learn to collaborate, work in teams, and confidently communicate their ideas across cultures.

They’ll learn to think critically and creatively, navigate uncertainties and take measured risks as they embrace diversity with a global mindset. These concepts are at the very core of the IB Diploma Programme, and will help students develop a broader life view, preparing them for success.

In a world that’s experiencing profound change, society needs more internationally minded people who are open and curious about the world and different cultures. The IB Diploma Programme at IES College will prepare culturally competent young people with the skills and values to create positive change in the world.

Full Scholarships for local students entering year 11 are available.

Scholarships test dates are August 29th and October 17th, 2020.

Enrolment are now open for Year 11, 2021. Visit our website, come and say hello, or book a school visit at www.iescollege.com

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Three cool STEM projects for children In the 21st century, scientific and technological innovations pervade our everyday lives, particularly as we become more and more globalised. It is important then that we focus on raising future creators, thinkers, problem solvers, innovators and inventors that will thrive in an information-based and technological world.

An April 2015 report by PwC indicated 75 per cent of Australia’s fastest-growing occupations required STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) skills. For this reason, schools are focused on preparing students with the skills required for the future workforce through not only building their STEM knowledge but also building their skills in problem solving, innovation, collaboration and the ability to become critical and creative thinkers. Parents can also nurture and encourage their child’s STEM learning.

Here are three cool STEM projects you can do with your child at home contributed by St Margaret’s Anglican Girls School, an Australia Education Awards finalist for Best STEM Program.

Three Little Pigs

Make a ramp

Materials: playdough and straws or spaghetti and marshmallows, hairdryer or fan

Materials: A4 paper, sticky tape, bottle top lid, LEGO/Duplo blocks, ruler

The story of Three Little Pigs is a much-loved childhood fairy-tale that also provides an opportunity to link STEM learning. In this fun, hands-on activity, young learners can apply principles of engineering, science and mathematics. Most STEM projects focus on solving a problem and in this activity children explore 3D shapes and consider different weather conditions, to build a new house for the three little pigs that is strong enough to withstand the huff and the puff of the big bad wolf.

Parents can do this at home with their child using just a few simple materials such as playdough and straws or spaghetti and marshmallows. Discuss with your child what they think is needed to build a strong house and guide them to consider different weather conditions. Then ask your child to plan and design their house. After the design process, they can build it using their chosen materials.

When students in Year 1 at St Margaret’s Anglican Girls School were tasked with this challenge, they worked collaboratively in groups to design and build their houses. They then tested the strength of their final constructions using a hairdryer and garden blower to simulate the wolf’s huffing and puffing.

Year 1 teacher Georgi Eadie said the Three Little Pigs STEM challenge allowed the students to use their knowledge in a realworld context.

“It makes the learning relevant to the 21st century and gives them the skills so that they can apply their knowledge in a real-world context.”

As with most STEM projects, this challenge develops many skills beyond simply the STEM pillars.

“They really love opportunities to work hands-on and this challenge has the added benefit of developing our young learners fine motor skills through the use of playdough.

“This activity also helps foster higher-order thinking and problemsolving skills,” said Georgi.

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In this STEM challenge, children plan, build and test a ramp that allows an object to slide far.

The activity reinforces concepts of science, engineering and mathematics as children engage in enquiry-based learning to problem solve a ramp design.

STEM projects generally link the learning to the real-world context so that children can see how their ideas and solutions can benefit our society and even our world as a whole. You can start this activity with your child by investigating different ramps in the real world such as slippery dips, water slides, ski slopes and skate ramps.

Next, create a test ramp out of cardboard to explore how different objects roll or slide down it. Try Matchbox cars, dice, balls, scissors – any objects that provide a variety of shapes and surfaces. You can even try different surfaces on your ramp such as bubble wrap and examine how these surfaces impact the object’s ability to slide.

The next phase involves your child planning and drawing their own ramp design that will allow a bottle top to slide far. Once the design stage is complete, it’s time to build. Using materials including paper, sticky tape and blocks, work with your child to construct the ramp.

The last phase of the project is the testing phase. Your child can test their ramp design by sliding a bottle top down the ramp and measuring the distance travelled with a ruler. From this point, you can discuss ways to improve the ramp design to allow the object to travel even farther.

When St Margaret’s teacher Sophie Cameron set this challenge for her prep students, she knew it was an opportunity not just to reinforce their STEM knowledge but also to develop their collaboration skills.

“The students love working in a group; being able to share their ideas and work collaboratively are really important skills for them,” said Sophie.

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Egg drop Materials: a raw egg, recyclables including paper, cardboard, sticky tape, straws, cotton, newspaper, plastic bags This is a fun (and sometimes messy!) STEM project to try with your child at home. Drawing on principles of science and engineering, the aim is to design and build a contraption using various materials to protect a raw egg from a high fall.

Firstly, let your child plan and draw their vehicle design. Next, help them to gather the materials they will need to build their prototype.

Then, allow them to construct their vehicle with the main aim of using as few materials as possible to make the packaging strong enough to withstand the fall.

Finally, test your child’s design by finding somewhere you can drop the egg from a fair height and… bombs away.

For older children, you can set additional design requirements and guidelines. When Year 7 students at St Margaret’s collaborated on this project, their contraption could not exceed 1kg and half the egg had to be visible.

Head of Science and Technology Chris Dunn said: “Students needed to utilise creative thinking to develop viable designs and a critical thinking ‘engineering design approach’ to refine and improve their final prototypes.”

Whatever STEM project you choose to do with your child, you can be sure the hands-on, project-based style of learning will be an engaging and enjoyable experience while also laying the foundation to develop key skills for their future.

Three cool STEM projects for children is a guest article by St Margaret’s Anglican Girls School. www.stmargarets.qld.edu.au.

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PAYING FOR PERFORMANCE Is cash for grades or sports a good idea?

For as long as grades and results have been around, students and children have been rewarded fiscally by parents and family members. Whilst this may seem like a simple harmless gesture, do we ever stop to think about the impact that this may be having on children regarding their motivation and mindset?

MOTIVATION & MINDSET These two dynamics, motivation and mindset, are key when discussing the positives and negatives in rewarding children with cash or other extrinsic rewards such as a new game, a new bike or pair of shoes the child has wanted for a long time. I think you’d agree, we all want our children to be motivated to achieve and to display a positive mindset in all aspects of life, but how do we best help our children develop these skills without being overbearing or placing unwarranted pressure on them?

Growth mindset Let’s start with growth mindset, a key pillar at Grace Lutheran College and somewhat a buzzword in modern day education.

Leading researcher Carol Dweck has defined two different types of mindset (growth and fixed) and investigated the impact that each can have on learning and development. Studies show that people with a growth mindset are more likely to stay committed to a task when it gets hard and learn from their mistakes through seeking and accepting feedback. They’re therefore more likely to maximise their potential. Trevor Ragan from trainugly.com highlights the two key characteristics of growth mindset as BELIEF and FOCUS; with people in a growth mindset believing skills are built, that you can learn and grow and are focused on the process of getting better.

This is in stark comparison to people in a fixed mindset who believe skills are born and are focused on performance, outcomes and not looking bad. Growth Mindset is therefore recognised as the foundation of learning. Everything, be it developing your shooting skills in Football, understanding Algebra or making new friends, comes back to our mindset.

Motivation Here’s where motivation comes in. Whilst there are many types of motivation, two that are consistent as themes are Intrinsic and Extrinsic. Intrinsic being where the individual is motivated by their own personal desire to improve or to satisfy a self-fulfilling desire, whereas Extrinsic motivation comes from outside sources such as incentive, power and affiliation.

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Motivation can be a complex beast, and certain individuals react differently to different sources of motivation. It’s also important to note that when in balance and moderation, having more than one type of motivation can be useful. Nevertheless, it’s generally accepted, and I certainly agree, that for long term success and engagement, Intrinsic motivation, which focusses on learning, self-improvement, fulfilment and personal growth should be our priority. As soon as we offer an extrinsic incentive reward to children for a performance outcome, such as scoring a goal or getting a certain grade, their focus can switch from a growth to a fixed mindset.

The likelihood of the effort and challenges being undertaken for self-improvement and personal growth is reduced, as this extrinsic reward is hanging over them. If it becomes about the ‘money’ or ‘reward’, children will start to lose enjoyment, fun and the self-fulfilment which comes with progress and improvement, which inevitably leads to early drop out and disengagement.

This is particularly the case where there is a standing agreement, or an incentive offered prior to the completion of the task. For example, there is a huge difference between offering a child money or another extrinsic reward for scoring goals in sporting games, in comparison to post game offering to take a child out for a family meal to reward the effort and success they had that day. One has the potential to breed greed and entitlement, the other encourages hard work and humility – which has a direct impact on the child’s mindset.

Enabling growth mindset But rewards are important right? We all want to show our children that we are proud of their achievements and we appreciate them.

So how do we help our children develop positive motivation and a growth mindset? Here are some key tips from the leading experts in developing mindset and motivation.

1. Always reward effort over outcome. Children need to know

that success is defined in more ways than a grade or by winning a trophy, so let’s consistently reward our children with positive reinforcement when we notice the hard work they put in and when they overcome a challenge.

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2. Be specific with your praise. Children need to know exactly

what they have done well and can improve on, so that they can continue to develop. There is no point in just saying ‘you scored an amazing goal today’. Switch it up to say, ‘I loved how you controlled the ball before you scored today – I can see you’ve been working hard on that’. By doing this it’ll mean that they are also more likely to accept feedback when something hasn’t worked quite as well – ‘I loved how you were controlling the ball today, that’s going to give you a better chance of passing to a teammate next week – we can work on that, but remember, I’m really proud of how your ball control has improved – well done’.

3. Encourage your children to set S.M.A.R.T goals. These mean

specific, measurable, action based, realistic and time bound.

Action based is key in goal setting as it ensures that the goals are process based over outcome based and ensures that the work and effort is being done first and foremost. Get into the right process and results will naturally follow!

4. Celebrate success as a family. When the bigger goals are

achieved, such as making a state team or finishing a set of

exams, go out together as a family and enjoy time together and acknowledge the sacrifices that you all make for each other. This could be something simple like a family meal out or having friends over, or something more extravagant like going to a show or sports game together.

5. Be present for them! I guarantee in 30 years’ time the child

will remember all the games and performances that you went to watch and the long car rides and sacrifices you made over the extrinsic rewards they received for scoring a goal or getting an A.

Everyone has their own developmental path and can accelerate at differing points to others – so instead of focusing on the outcome or how people perceive our success, lets join together and focus on the journey and how together, as a team, we are going to continue to have fun and smash through the next challenge.

Tommy Peak, Director of Sport – Grace Lutheran College, www.glc.qld.edu.au Read the full editorial online at www.familiesmagazine.com.au/paying-forperformance

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Education BRISBANE AND IPSWICH’S MOST COMPREHENSIVE

PULL OUT AND KEEP!

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2020 ONWARDS

SCHOOL OPEN DAYS FOR PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS & PARENTS

To promote Your School Open Day in the next issue (Oct/Nov 2020) contact our Editor. Email: Editor@FamiliesMagazine.com.au Tel: 0437 866 869 Please check the details of the events listed before setting off in case anything has changed since going to print.

All Hallows School (Fortitude Valley) Catholic Girl’s Yr 5-12 Virtual Open Day: Sun 30 Aug 10.30am, register your interest.

Personal tours throughout the year. www.ahs.qld.edu.au

Clayfield College (Clayfield) Indep Co-ed Pre-Prep-Yr 6, Girls’ Preprep-Yr 12 Open Morning: Thu 22 Oct 8:45-11am; Clayfield Fair & Open Day: Sun 2 Aug 10am-3pm (TBC). www.clayfield.qld.edu.au

Anglican Church Grammar School (East Brisbane) Anglican Boys’ R-Yr 12 Personalised tours throughout the year and interactive tour online. www.churchie.com.au

Faith Lutheran College (Thornlands) Indep Co-ed Yr 7-12 Visit website to arrange a personal tour. www.faithlutheran.qld.edu.au

Aspley State High School (Aspley) Co-ed Yr 7-12 Twilight Tour: Wed 26 Aug 4.30-6.30pm (TBC); Family Sunday & Master Classes: 25 Oct 8:30-11:30am. www.aspleyshs.eq.edu.au

Faith Lutheran College (Victoria Point) Indep Co-ed K-Yr 6 Visit website to arrange a personal tour. www.faithlutheran.qld.edu.au

Australian Trade College (Scarborough) Co-ed Yr 11-12 (hands-on learning toward a trade career) Information Evenings: Tue 4 Aug, 13 Oct, 24 Nov. Try A Trade Days: Weds 30 Sep, 9 Dec. www.tradecollege.com.au

Genesis Christian College (Bray Park) Indep Co-ed Prep-Yr 12 Personal tours by appointment. Virtual Tour online. www.genesis.qld.edu.au

Brigidine College (Indooroopilly) – Catholic Secondary Girls’ Yr 7-12 Welcome Tours: Mon 10 & Tue 11 Aug 9.30-10.30am; Principal’s Tour: Tue 13 Oct 2-3pm. www.brigidine.qld.edu.au Brisbane Bayside State College (Wynnum West) Indep Co-ed Yr 7-12 Open Mornings: Thu 23 Jul & 8 Oct 9am. www.brisbanebaysidesc.eq.edu.au Brisbane Boys’ College (Toowong) Prep-Yr 12, boarding Yr 4-12 Junior School Tours: Wed 12 Aug, 2 Sept, 14 Oct, 11 Nov 8:20-10am.

Middle & Senior School Tours: Thu 10 Sep, 22 Oct, 19 Nov 8.40am.

Personal tours by request. www.bbc.qld.edu.au Brisbane Christian College (Salisbury) Co-ed Pre-prep-Yr 12 Open Events: Tue 18 Aug (TBC), 27 Oct. www.brisbanechristiancollege.com.au Brisbane Grammar School (Spring Hill) Indep Boys’ Yr 5-12 School tours throughout the year. www.brisbanegrammar.com Brisbane State High School (South Brisbane) Co-ed Yr 7-12 School Tours: Tue 4 & 18 Aug, 1 & 15 Sep. Bookings essential. www.brisbaneshs.eq.edu.au Cannon Hill Anglican College (Cannon Hill) Co-ed Prep-Yr 12 Open Day: Fri 14 Aug 9am-12pm (TBC). www.chac.qld.edu.au Canterbury College (Waterford) Indep Co-ed Kindy–Yr 12 Principal’s Tours: Tue 25 Aug 9-10am. Junior School (K-Yr 6): Wed 26 Aug 9-10am. Secondary School (Yr 7-12): 5 Aug 8-9:30am. Tour morning: Wed 5 Aug 8-9.30am. www.canterbury.qld.edu.au Citipointe Christian College (Carindale) Indep Prep-Yr 12 Tours: Tue 25 Aug 9am, 20 Oct 5pm. Personal tours by request. www.citipointe.qld.edu.au Clairvaux MacKillop College (Upper Mt Gravatt) Catholic Co-ed Yr 7-12 Window Day: Wed 2 Sep 10-11am. www.cvxmck.edu.au

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Grace Lutheran College (Caboolture) Indep Co-ed Yr 7-12 Personal tours by appointment. www.glc.edu.au Grace Lutheran College (Rothwell) Indep Co-ed Yr 7-12 Personal tours by appointment. www.glc.edu.au Grace Lutheran Primary School (Clontarf) Co-ed Prep-Yr 6 Personal tours by appointment. www.graceprimary.qld.edu.au Hillbrook Anglican School (Enoggera) Indep Co-ed Yr 7-12 Personal tours by appointment. www.hillbrook.qld.edu.au Iona College (Lindum) Catholic Boys’ Yr 5-12 College Tour: Fri 16 Oct. Virtual Tour available to view online.

Personal tours by arrangement. www.iona.qld.edu.au Ipswich Girls’ Grammar School (girls-only) Yr 7-12 and Ipswich Junior Grammar School (co-ed) K-Yr 6 Discovery Tour: Tue 13 Oct 8.45am. www.iggs.qld.edu.au Ipswich Grammar School (Ipswich) Indep Boys’ Prep-Yr 12 Personal tours by request. www.ipswichgrammar.com John Paul College (Daisy Hill) Co-ed Early Yrs-Yr 12 Open Morning: Wed 12 Aug 9am-12pm. Secondary Open Morning: Thu 22 Oct 9-11am. Primary Open Morning: Thu 8 Oct 9-11am. www.johnpaulcollege.com.au King’s Christian College (Logan Village) Indep Co-ed K-Yr 3 Open Day: Tue 6 Oct 6pm. www.kingscollege.qld.edu.au Living Faith Lutheran Primary School (Murrumba Downs) Co-ed Prep-Yr 6 Personal tours by request. www.livingfaith.qld.edu.au Loreto College (Coorparoo) Catholic Girls’ Yr 7-12 College Tour: Wed 14 Oct at 9am. www.loreto.qld.edu.au Lourdes Hill College (Hawthorne) Catholic Girls’ Yr 7-12 Open Day: Fri 9 Oct 3:30–7pm. Morning Tour: Mon 3 Aug 9.30am. www.lhc.qld.edu.au

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Education MacGregor State High School (MacGregor) Indep Co-Ed Yr 7-12 2020 Virtual Principal tours available by contacting enrolments@macgregorshs.eq.edu.au

St Edmunds College (Ipswich) Catholic Boys’ Yr 7-12 Personal tours by request. www.sec.qld.edu.au

Marist College (Ashgrove) Catholic Boys’ Yr 5-Yr 12 Personal tours by request. www.marash.qld.edu.au

St Eugene College Catholic (Burpengary) Co-ed Prep-Yr 12 Tours by appointment, 2nd Tuesday every month (term time) 9am1:30pm. Virtual Tour coming soon. www.steugene.qld.edu.au

Mary MacKillop College (Nundah) Indep Girls’ Yr 7-12 Combined Gala event, Open Evening, Arts Showcase & Orientation: Fri 9 Oct. www.mmc.qld.edu.au

St James College Catholic (Brisbane) Co-ed Yr 7-12 Tours take place throughout the year. www.stjamescollege.qld.edu.au

Moreton Bay Boys’ College (Manly West) Indep Boys’ Pre-PrepYr 12 Head of College Tours: Wed 14 Oct 9-11am. Open Day: Fri 21 Aug 9am-12pm. www.mbbc.qld.edu.au

St John Fisher College (Bracken Ridge) Catholic Girls’ Yr 7-12 Yr 7 2023 Tour: Fri 7 Aug 9am. Tours of the College take place throughout the year. www.sjfc.qld.edu.au

Mount Alvernia College (Kedron) Catholic Girls’ Yr 7-12 Private tours by request. www.mta.qld.edu.au

St John’s Anglican College (Forest Lake) Co-ed K-Yr 12 Open Day: Thu 6 Aug 9-11am. Twilight Tour: Wed 7 Oct. www.stjohnsanglicancollege.com.au

Mueller College (Rothwell) Indep Co-ed Prep-Yr 12. Every day is open day, book a tour online. www.mueller.qld.edu.au Northpine Christian College (Dakabin) Indep Co-ed K–Yr 12 Tour Dates: Thu 3 Sep, Tue 13 Oct, Thu 12 Nov. www.northpine.qld.edu.au Northside Christian College (Everton Park) Indep Co-ed K–Yr 12 Principal’s Tour (Prep Focus) Tue 25 Aug 9-11am. Prinicpal’s Tour (Secondary Focus) Tue 8 Sep 9-11am. www.northside.qld.edu.au Ormiston College (Ormiston) Indep Co-ed Prep-Yr 12 with Early Learning Centre Headmaster’s Tours: Wed 2 Sept (Jnr School), Thu 22 Oct (Snr School). Personal tours may be arranged. www.ormistoncollege.com.au Our Lady’s College Catholic (Annerley) Indep Girls’ Yr 7-12 Open Day: Sat 17 Oct 10am-1pm. College Tour: Fri 7 Aug, 11 Sep, 9 Oct 8am; 17 Oct 10am. www.ourladyscollege.qld.edu.au Padua College (Kedron) Catholic Boys’ Yr 5-12 Rector’s Tour: Tue 8 Sep. www.padua.qld.edu.au Prince of Peace Lutheran College (Everton Hills) Co-ed K-Yr 12 Junior Campus Open Days: Thu 20 Aug, 22 Oct 8:45-10:15am.

Senior Campus Expo: Tue 1 Sept 3.30-6pm. www.princeofpeace.qld.edu.au Queensland Academies (Kelvin Grove, Gold Coast) Indep Co-ed Yr 10-12 (Toowong) Indep Co-ed Yr 7-12 Visit website for details. https://qa.eq.edu.au/ Redeemer Lutheran College (Rochedale) Indep Co-ed Prep-Yr 12 Open Day: Wed 12 Aug. Open Morning: Wed 14 Oct 9-11am. www.redeemer.com.au/experience Redlands College (Wellington Point) Indep Co-ed Prep-Yr 12 Principal’s Tour: Thur 27 Aug and 22 Oct. Personal tours by request. www.redlands.qld.edu.au San Sisto College (Carina) Girls’ Yr 7-12 College Tours: Wed 26 Aug, Tue 15 Sep, Fri 23 Oct, Thu 5 Nov 9-10:30am. www.sansisto.qld.edu.au Sheldon College (Sheldon) Indep Co-ed Childcare-Yr 12 Personal tours by request. www.sheldoncollege.com Somerville House (South Brisbane) Indep Co-ed Pre-Prep, Girls’ Prep-Yr 12, Boarding Yr 6-12 Tour online 24/7 via the website. www.somerville.qld.edu.au Southern Cross Catholic College (Scarborough) Catholic Co-ed Prep-Yr 12 Head of Secondary Tours: Thur 6 Aug 2pm, Tue 27 Oct 9am. www.sccc.qld.edu.au St Aidan’s Anglican Girls’ School (Corinda) Prep-Yr 12 with Co-ed Kindy Open Day: Thu 6 Aug & 26 Nov 8.45-10.30am. www.staidans.qld.edu.au

St Joseph’s Nudgee College (Boondall) Catholic Boys’ Yr 5-12 Open Morning: Tue 11 Aug 9.30-11am. www.nudgee.com St. Joseph’s College, Gregory Terrace (Spring Hill) Catholic Boys’ Yr 5-Yr 12 360 tour via website coming soon. www.terrace.qld.edu.au St Laurence’s College (South Brisbane) Catholic Boys’ Yr 5-12 Principal’s Tours: Thu 6 Aug & 15 Oct 4-5.30pm. Bookings essential. www.slc.qld.edu.au St Margaret’s Anglican Girls School (Ascot) Pre-prep-Yr 12 Open Morning: Thu 13 Aug 8– 11am (TBC). www.stmargarets.qld.edu.au St Mary’s College (Woodend) Catholic Girls’ Yr 7-12 Personal tours by request. www.stmarys.qld.edu.au St Michael’s College (Caboolture) Catholic Co-ed Yr 7-12 Personal tours by request. www.smccab.qld.edu.au St Patricks College (Shorncliffe) Catholic Boys’ Yr 5-12 Personal tours by request. www.stpatricks.qld.edu.au St Paul’s School (Bald Hills) Anglican Co-ed Pre-Prep-Yr 12 Personal tours by request. www.stpauls.qld.edu.au St Peter Claver College (Riverview, Ipswich) Catholic Co-ed Yr 7-12 Virtual tour online 24/7. www.spcc.qld.edu.au St Peters Lutheran College (Indooroopilly) Indep Co-ed Prep–Yr 12 Virtual tour online 24/7. Personal Tours on request. www.stpeters.qld.edu.au St Thomas More College (Sunnybank) Catholic Co-ed Yr 7-12 Visitors’ Days: Tue 18 Aug 9.15am & 4.15pm. www.stmc.qld.edu.au Stretton State College (Stretton) Co-ed Prep-Yr 12 Tour and Talk: Tue 11 Aug & 3 Nov 9am. www.strettonsc.eq.edu.au Stuartholme School (Toowong) Catholic Girls’ Yr 7-12 School in Action Tours: Mon 10 Aug & 12 Oct, register to attend.

Self-guided interactive tour online. www.stuartholme.com The Lakes College (North Lakes) Indep Co-ed Prep-Yr 12 Open Day: Fri 14 Aug, Tue 20 Oct 8:45-10:30am. www.thelakescollege.com.au The Springfield Anglican College (Springfield) Co-ed K-Yr 12 Virtual tour online. Personal tours by request. www.tsac.qld.edu.au West Moreton Anglican College (Karrabin, Ipswich) Co-ed Prep - Yr 12 Personal tours by request. www.wmac.com.au Westside Christian College (Goodna) Co-ed Pre-prep-Yr 12 Tour Mornings: Tue 25 Aug & Thu 15 Oct. Personal tours by request. www.wcc.qld.edu.au

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Family Health

Keeping children safe around water

Brisbanites are incredibly lucky to live so close to fabulous beaches, secluded water holes, and many fun community pools and lagoons. As the weather warms up, splashing around with family and friends is a great way to cool off, have fun, and exercise.

Children are naturally drawn to water; it sparkles in sunlight, it tickles toes at the beach, it moves and dances and feels cool on the skin. Water is an adventure, but children are not always aware that water can also be dangerous. Here are some tips to help your child stay safe around water.

Competent adult supervision Competent adult supervision is required whenever children are near water. A toddler can drown in as little as 5cm of water, and even kids who know how to swim can be at risk of drowning.

Competent adult supervision means: • An adult within arms’ reach of young children and weak swimmers at all times in the water • A nominated adult supervising, who passes the responsibility to someone else when taking a break • An adult not under the influence of drink or drugs It is best if the supervising adult can swim confidently, too, especially if children are playing in water deeper than they can stand in, or where waves and currents are present.

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Family Health Creating barriers If you have a pool or dam on your property, it is important to follow safety guidelines and procedures to prevent children gaining unsupervised access to the water. Swimming pools and outdoor spas (hot tubs) in QLD must be fenced according to government guidelines. You can find the guidelines here: www.qbcc.qld.gov.au/ home-building-owners/pool-safety/does-your-pool-comply Dams on rural properties or in public parks do not require fencing under current laws, and neither do storm water or natural water channels. Be alert to any possible dangers when taking children into these areas.

Beach awareness Surf Lifesavers are trained to spot the safest places to swim at the beach, and that’s where they place their flags. Always swim between the flags so that lifesavers can spot if you or your child are in difficulty.

There is information readily available on the Surf Lifesaving website to help you learn how to spot rips and other water dangers.

Children aged 5-13 years can also join the Nippers, which is amazing for growing a child’s confidence and knowledge in a beach environment. Find out more at www.lifesaving.com.au.

Swimming lessons Swimming lessons are an important part of water safety. Learning to swim is essential for gaining water confidence and maximising safety and enjoyment. Children can begin learning water confidence from a few months old, as well as survival tactics such as rolling onto their backs and floating.

Swimming lessons focus on water enjoyment in the early years, with formal swimming lessons beginning around 4 years old.

The best way to help your child to stay safe in water is to join them in the pool, or when swimming in water holes and at the beach.

It’s great exercise and a fun way to interact with your child. If you feel your own swimming skills are in need of a refresher – or if you never learned to swim – you will find most swimming schools offer lessons specifically tailored to adults and parents.

Find a swimming school near you at www.familiesmagazine.com.au/swimming.

Written by Joanne Crane | Co-Editor, Families Magazine – Brisbane

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Families Travel

AIRLIE BEACH FOR FAMILIES

If you are looking for something to do in the next school holidays, look no further than Airlie Beach! Airlie Beach has so much to do that is fun for kids of all ages from toddlers to teens.

Tuk Tuk Tours in Airlie Beach If you want to get your bearings in the shortest amount of time, check out Just Tuk’n Around. Super fun with lots of local knowledge, your hosts will whizz you around Airlie’s footpaths and boardwalks leaving you with a full itinerary of things to do in Arlie Beach!

Airlie Beach Lagoon

We have a full list of all the walks, their lengths and difficulty rating on our website.

Cedar Creek Falls About 30 minutes out of Airlie Beach, towards Conway Beach, these falls are a must see for families. It’s recommended you visit in the wet season (November to April) but it falls most of the year and is home to freshwater turtles that children love to spot. You can even walk up to the top and bathe in the running pools.

Families Tip: Don’t forget to pack the mosquito spray.

This swimming attraction is in the middle of the main street overlooking the sea, and it’s free! Its variety of depths suit all swimming abilities. It has a man-made beach and a playground, shade areas, toilets, and outdoor showers.

Beaches around Airlie Beach There are so many beaches in and around Airlie we thought we would give you a rundown.

CORAL BEACH AND THE BEAK HIKE

This lagoon is the perfect place for families. It’s our number one choice of things to do in Airlie Beach with kids.

Drive through Airlie and up towards Shute Harbour. Here, in the Conway National Park, you will find the beautiful Coral Beach. As the name suggests there is no sand, just coral, making for an interesting sit or lie down.

Brand new playground!

This huge playground is perfect for families with adventurous kids. Boasting a 10.5m high skywalk, sky cabins, mega slides, rope bridge and multi-level pirate ship, the playground is sure to be a hit. You will find this fantastic playground down near the sailing club.

The Great Walk Whilst Airlie Beach is renowned for its wonderful coastal features, this rainforest in the Conway Ranges is a must see. It has a 27km track that finishes along Airlie Beach.

27km might be too far for little ones to trek, but even a small part of it is worth doing.

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Hike down from the carpark (about 1km) to the beach. You can keep walking along the beach to find the path back up the hill to enjoy beautiful views of the Whitsundays.

BOATHAVEN BEACH Our friends from Just Tuk’n Around told us about this secret little beach behind some of the most expensive homes at Airlie – one is worth $28million!

The locals call this “new beach” as it was constructed with imported sand. It’s a tidal beach and there’s a stinger net allowing you and your children to swim safe from the beautiful, but sometimes nasty, creatures of the sea.

There are no shade shelters so pack sunscreen and a beach umbrella. Toilet facilities are just across the road

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Families Travel DINGO BEACH Dingo Beach is a sandy, reef fringed, tropical beach a short drive from Cape Gloucester, encompassed by a small coastal community at the top of the Whitsundays. You will drive down a rural road through local countryside to emerge in an environment that is quiet and perfect for families. There are no crowds, no hype, no traffic, and no resorts, but secluded beaches and deserted bush settings are plentiful from the numerous walking tracks.

Highlights of Dingo Beach include: • sighting migrating whales, dolphins, manta rays, turtles and other marine animals • over 50 species of birdlife – it’s an ornithologists’ paradise • a marine stinger-free swimming enclosure • BBQ facilities • public toilets and showers available at the foreshore • walking the long, sandy and unspoilt beaches CAPE GLOUCESTER RESORT & BEACH Established in 1995 on the eastern shore of Edgecumbe Bay, Cape Gloucester Beach Resort is a small, inviting and environmentally sustainable venue.

It’s about 45-minutes north of Airlie Beach, just past Hideaway Beach down a (sometimes) unpaved road. The resort is quiet and the beach and swimming pool is open to day guests. Plan for a short drive up to the resort to have your lunch or afternoon drinks.

THE BOARD WALK Beginning at the sailing club and continuing all the way to Cannonvale Beach 4.7km away, the best part of this walk is the joy kids will experience spotting the many wonderful turtles and sea life. Along this walk there are playgrounds, cafes and bars and the entirety is on flat ground - perfect for the whole family to enjoy.

Airlie Beach Markets Every Saturday morning by the beach Airlie hosts markets selling local foods, delicious coffee, clothes, homewares, posters, toys and even experiences like camel rides.

These markets are the perfect place to take a stroll with your family, sample some delicious foods and drinks, and take a moment to soak in the sunshine beside the beach.

WILDLIFE ECO BAY CRUISE FROM AIRLIE BEACH

GREAT BARRIER REEF TOUR - CRUISE WHITSUNDAYS

This leisurely 60-minute wildlife eco cruise departs from the boat hub in Airlie Beach. Keep a lookout for turtles, dugongs, dolphins and spotted eagle rays that frequent the waters of the Whitsundays Region.

We ticked off another item on our school holidays bucket list - a tour and snorkel on the spectacular Great Barrier Reef. Travelling to Hardy Reef with Cruise Whitsundays, the kids loved being able to get amongst it with the coral and reef fish.

This half-day activity is perfect for all ages. It’s fun and educational as you learn about the marine life inhabiting the Whitsundays and the Great Barrier Reef. Interesting and informative commentary is provided throughout the cruise and be sure to have the camera ready when you see the wildlife in action.

WHITEHAVEN BEACH AND HAMILTON ISLAND FULL DAY TOUR See Hamilton Island in the morning and Whitehaven Beach in the afternoon - or vice-versa - with this full day tour that includes a delicious lunch!

Visit two of the Whitsundays region’s key highlights on a comprehensive day tour with one of the region’s awardwinning tour operators, in which you’ll be able to stroll on the sands of what is widely regarded as Australia’s most beautiful beach.

Here is what you need to know: You’ll board one of the region’s premier vessels and depart from the Airlie Beach marina around 8am. You will enjoy a morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea - all provided.

The crossing through the open water is bumpy - expect a lot of *motion on the ocean* even on calm weather days. Expect stunning views and a team of staff that will genuinely care about you. During the trip out to the reef, they will ask if you would like to do any dives (for an additional cost) or if you are happy to snorkel (included in the cost).

We chose to snorkel and were happy with our decision.

At the reef you will pull up alongside a huge pontoon where you can get your wet-suits, stinger suits, life jackets and masks and fins.

We spent about 4 hours out at the pontoon snorkelling, having lunch, taking a ride in the semi-submarine (perfect for those who don’t want to get wet!) and admiring the view.

I highly recommend this reef trip. Whilst we saw a family with a small baby on board, I would suggest this is suitable for families with upper primary and high school aged kids.

RED CAT ADVENTURES Another exciting way to see the wonders of Airlie Beach and surrounds is with Red Cat Adventures.

Their Thundercat day boat offers an exhilarating ride around the Whitsunday Islands all in one day. The Australian award-winning tour visits the world-famous Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet lookout and offers two snorkelling opportunities on the Great Barrier Reef.

WHITSUNDAYS CROCODILE SAFARI This is a must do, and one the kids will absolutely love. Crocodiles at Airlie Beach, while terrifying creatures, are beautiful and fascinating in their own way. You and your family could have the chance to smile at a crocodile on a Whitsunday crocodile safari.

It’s a great opportunity to get up close to crocodiles in safety, with an educational aspect with all the cool facts you will learn. It’s guaranteed the kids will be putting this adventure as one of the best yet.

FAMILY FRIENDLY ACCOMMODATION AIRLIE BEACH If you are taking kids to Airlie Beach you will want to find the best family friendly accommodation. We have done our homework here too!

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Local Clubs & Classes Directory

Clubs, Classes & Activities around Greater Brisbane for adults and children aged 0 - 17.

If you would like a listing for your club, class or activity in our next issue’s inclusive directory, contact us now!

Email: Listings@FamiliesMagazine.com.au Compiled by Regina Gleeson NS = Northside SS = Southside

CLASSES FOR ADULTS

in a fun and creative way, with weekly classes for children from 3.5 years of age to Grade 7. The Fox Blocks program is so much more than one single branch of the STEM tree. Whether it be learning about physics by building a theme park, discovering historical engineering with the wonders of the world, or coding an arduino powered traffic light, Fox Blocks is unique in 3855 1528 every way. www.flyingfoxstudios.com.au

2Ballerinas (NS) They welcome people of all ages, and all levels of experience to Queensland’s first ballet school for adults. They offer classes in Ballet, Contemporary, Jazz, Tango, Tap, Stretch and Fit Barre.

Combining their wealth of knowledge and experience in the art form of ballet and contemporary dance, they have designed the adult dance classes to give you strength, flexibility and fitness in a fun and supportive environment.

0428 672 920 www.2ballerinas.com

LANGUAGE & BABY DEVELOPMENT

Boogie Camp (NS & SS) You can learn to dance - with your partner or on your own - in a relaxed, social and fun environment, where the instructor welcomes you by name. They are a Brisbane-based dance studio offering Latin dance and fitness classes.

0415 818 983 www.boogiecamp.com.au

Brisbane Painting Classes (NS) Housed in a large, light-filled warehouse in Albion, Brisbane Painting Classes offers a wide range of courses and workshops across a variety of mediums including oil, acrylic, watercolour, drawing, charcoal and pastel, at a range of levels from absolute beginners through to those seeking to refine and extend their practice.

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expert critical care paediatric nurses and midwives, who are also mums and dads, empower you with the knowledge and skills of CPR, First Aid and recognition of the sick child, that could save the life of a child.

1300 543 727 www.cprkids.com.au

Kids First Aid (NS & SS) Kids First Aid offers the only

first aid courses delivered exclusively by experienced paramedics, designed to teach parents and caregivers how to respond calmly and confidently to 10 of the most common first aid emergencies situations.

1300 138 133 www.kidsfirstaid.com.au/brisbane

Baby Massage By Design (NS & SS) Baby Massage

by Design offers a unique, tailored service to help parents learn and understand the scientific reasons behind their instincts, giving you the confidence to respond appropriately and positively to your baby’s needs while improving their overall health, wellbeing 0405 463 899 and happiness. www.babymassagebydesign.com.au

Baby Sensory (NS & SS) Specifically designed from

birth, to aid your child’s development, the classes are packed with an incredible variety of sounds, smells, sights, textures, music, dance, singing and more - plus you’ll never experience the same class twice. www.babysensory.com.au

Code9 Parent (online) Code9 Parent is an online service for parents who want, or need, to have an active role in managing and supporting their children using social media and online gaming platforms. By becoming a Code9 Parent, you will learn what your kids already know, what kids don’t want you to know, and how to stay one step ahead, keeping your children safe. www.code9parent.com.au

Queensland First Aid (NS & SS) Since 1975,

Groove Therapy (SS) So what exactly is Groove Therapy? They have three main divisions – a beginner dance class series, a talent/performance agency and a community programme series. Each class follows the same premise – non-dance studio vibes, with dim lights, no mirrors and a community feel. www.groovetherapy101.com

Queensland First Aid has been serving individuals and corporations in a professional, efficient and friendly manner. Whether you or members of your organisation need to undertake a First Aid Course or you need to purchase a First Aid Kit for your home or office, they have you covered for all your First Aid requirements. www.qldfirstaid.com

Beer & Bubs (NS) Beer and Bubs is a one–night session at the pub where expectant dads learn how to support their partner through the birth of their baby.

Childbirth is daunting for men too and this session prepares fathers for an active, caring role. www.beerandbubs.com.au

St John Qld (NS & SS) Their mission is to enhance

Hush Little Baby Music (SS) Hush Little Baby Early

Men’s Shed (NS & SS) An organisation that is

accessible to all men and whose primary activity is the provision of a safe and friendly environment where men are able to work on meaningful projects at their own pace in their own time in the company of other men. A major objective is to advance the well-being and health of their male members.

1300 550 009 www.mensshed.org

Orchard’s Dance Studio (NS) Ballroom dancing will touch your mind, body and soul. Age is no barrier and there has never been a student that couldn’t be taught!

Their twenty years’ experience includes seven years of high-level international competition and education under the finest dance gurus in the world.

0422 967 267 www.orchardsdance.com

Paediatric First Aid Courses BLS First Aid Training (NS) BLS First Aid Courses may be one of the most important courses you will take in your life. You never know when someone who may be close to you will need First Aid. They will teach you how to administer confident first aid in the event of an emergency until experienced medical help arrives. Your help may save a life.

0433 604 041 www.blsfirstaid.com.au Brisbane First Aid Courses (NS & SS) Brisbane

First Aid offers nationally accredited first aid courses to provide, renew, refresh, or upgrade participants’ qualifications as providers of first aid. www.brisbanefirstaidcourses.com.au

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CPR Kids (SS) So much more than first aid! Let their

the lives of Queenslanders and their families through community services & charitable programs, comprehensive education & training, and quality first aid supplies. While they offer a wide range of first aid training across Qld, their 1-day Caring for Kids course is highly suitable for parents, guardians & grandparents who want to better understand and manage emergencies or childhood illnesses, and want to learn safety awareness around the house. You can trust St John Qld – “we’re here for life.”

1300 785 646 www.stjohn.org.au

CLASSES FOR CHILDREN Arts & Craft Art Shed Brisbane (SS) They help students achieve their artistic goals by guidance in the acquisition of sound knowledge of the visual world and the practical skills to convey these phenomena.

3846 1330 www.artshedbrisbane.com.au/learn/art-class Raw Art (SS) Whether you are a teacher or a parent,

RAW Art has a fantastic range of workshops on offer for you and your kids! They have an extensive Primary school and kindy program, and their in-house studio program in West End runs awesome after-school and holiday programs.

3844 4296 www.rawart.com.au

STEM CLASSES Fox Blocks (NS) is a unique and innovative engineering and construction program for kids.

Developed by Flying Fox Studios educators, and run in Brisbane since 2009, Fox Blocks is one of Brisbane’s longest running STEM focused kids extracurricular activities. Fox Blocks classes combine STEM concepts

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Childhood Music Classes are based in Brisbane and provide music classes for children aged 0-5 and their caregivers, as well as childcare centre music programs, consultancy and professional development. www.hushlittlebabymusic.com

ACTIVITY CENTRES BOUNCE Inc (SS) BOUNCE Tingalpa is a massive

indoor adventure playground in Brisbane that provides an adrenaline rush for all ages. Imagine more than 50 interconnected trampolines with the Big Bag, Slam Dunk and Dodgeball courts rolled in. It’s also home to the famous BOUNCE X-Park obstacle course so you can get your ninja on! www.bounceinc.com.au/venue-tingalpa-qld

Chipmunks Playland & Café (NS & SS) Visit

Chipmunks for unlimited play for kids aged 0 – 11 years old and relax over a coffee or lunch with friends and family at their café in one of their 3 Brisbane locations.

They feature state of the art equipment and are fully air-conditioned, clean and comfortable. They also have party facilities. www.chipmunks.com.au

Crocs Playcentre (NS) Crocs Playcentre is one of a

chain of playcentres across Australia that is bringing airconditioned, indoor playcentre fun to a new generation of families with small children. www.crocsplaycentre.com.au

Flip Out Strathpine (NS) Get the kids away from

screens and using energy in a fun and healthy way! The air-conditioned arena is fully supervised and contains trampolines, foam pits, basketball slam-time, running walls, a separate area for under 10s, and a cafe area for refreshments. Jump sessions start every half hour, with

Local Clubs & Classes Directory 1 and 2 hour options available, which can be extended if more jump-time is needed! Grip-socks must be worn for fun and safety. Bring your own or grab a pair for $3.50. Keep an eye out for our great specials! Book online to avoid disappointment at www.flipout.net.au/locations/qld/strathpine

Inflatable World Oz (NS & SS) It’s all about having fun, so takethe whole family and bounce on in to Inflatable World. It’s not just for the kids – they encourage the parents to have fun with their children.

Sessions are for two hours per single entry fee – you will be tired by then anyway! www.inflatableworldoz.com.au Laserzone Lawnton (NS) BBrisbane’s No 1 multilevel laser tag arena, arcades, prize counter and rides will blow your mind! Laserzone offers the best value family entertainment on Brisbane’s north with a variety of packages to suit most ages and abilities. Laser tag is a camouflaged sport, perfect for getting kids away from their screen-based games and into an active game scenario with real people. Points are accumulated by tagging opponents, bases and targets throughout a tri-level futuristic maze. Arcades and rides are played between missions, adding even more excitement and variety to your visit. Laserzone is perfect for all 3205 4141 occasions especially birthday parties. www.brisbane.laserzone.com.au Lollipops Playland & Cafés (NS & SS) are great

kids party venues or giving kids a treat while parents relax over a cup of coffee and a treat from their quality cafe. Their indoor play centres are safe and secure where kids can have hours of fun climbing, sliding, jumping and spinning. 3 Brisbane locations. www.lollipopsplayland.com.au

Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park (SS) Sky Zone Macgregor isn’t just any indoor trampoline park. It’s hundreds of trampolines, connected to form a single massive trampoline that literally allows you to jump off the walls. If that’s not enough excitement for you, Sky Zone Macgregor now has Sky Climb! Over 20 different climbing obstacles for you to reach new heights on... but wait...there’s more...Skyland Laser is a 3-storey laser tag arena that holds up to 40 players battling it out in a cloud-filled wonderland. That’s right, you read correctly.

A Trampoline park with a climbing arena and laser tag!

13 75 99 So, what are you waiting for? www.skyzone.com.au Tiddlywinks Dance & Play Café (NS) Tiddlywinks Dance and Play Cafe is a family owned and operated entertainment venue, providing a unique dance and play experience for children up to 11 years old. They also have dance programmes and party facilities 3266 8484 www.tiddlywinks.com.au Urban Xtreme (NS) in Hendra is making active adventure sports accessible, achievable and affordable for all. Their unique mix of activities is suitable for all ages & abilities. Simulated skiing & snowboard, laser tag, jump, playland and fun climb is now open with more activities to come! They do birthday parties too!

1300 [URBANX] 872 269 www.urban-xtreme.com.au

MUSIC Brisbane Music Studio (SS) BMS are passionate

about teaching. They believe that everyone can learn music and that, with practice and great training, everyone can grow in skills and confidence, and they would love to be a part of that journey with you. Lastly, and importantly, they believe that your lessons should be fun!

0410 489 559 www.brisbanemusicstudio.com.au

Do-re-mi Music for Children (NS & SS) Do re mi

classes are run by highly qualified, trained teachers who use their extensive knowledge of child development and music education to design programs specific to the needs of the children in each music class. www.do-re-mi.com.au

Forte School of Music (NS & SS) Their multi-sensory

approach is one of a kind and you child will learn music as the language that it is. Forte kids develop an amazing range of musical skills from improvising to composing,

music reading and playing, theory, memorising, playing by ear, concert performance skills and more! www.fortemusic.com.au

Kids Music Beat (NS & SS) is Brisbane’s original and

longest running Music Early Learning Program. Their program nurtures development, fosters a love of music and helps you to use music in the home. Having fun through musical play and taking joy in your child’s musical expression is central to their program. All music is played live and is voice led. This is because research supports the use of live voice-led music with children under 5 years of age. Term One 2020 starts from Tuesday 28 January. Come learn how making music supports your child’s social, cognitive, physical, emotional, and musical development.

To book visit www.musicbeat.com.au

Music Masters (NS) Music Masters is a sequential

music program developed by Christine Masters. The classes are designed not only to foster a child’s natural musical ability, but to extend them so that their musical education is fully developed.

3357 9646 www.musicmasters.com.au

Young Musicians Academy (NS & SS) Your children will be in great hands, learning with one of their qualified music teachers. All their teachers hold a blue card and have had working with children checks.

They are all great with children and attend professional development training sessions every 3 months.

0437 170 260 www.ymacademy.com.au Queensland Show Choir (NS & SS) With programs

for babies up to adults, QSC provides quality music education and choral experiences for the whole family.

The benefits of early childhood music can be seen in many areas from language development to social skills, not to mention it’s great fun!

3257 4905 www.queenslandshowchoir.com.au

SPORTS & EXERCISE Ants in your Pants (NS) multisports program offers the opportunity for children to explore the wonderful world of sport in a fun and entertaining way. Offering 9 different sports on a 4 week rotation and presented in playful programs, the classes are designed specifically for 2 year old through to prep age children. Parents are always amazed at the amount of skills and life lessons their children are learning whilst laughing and playing 0449 146 272 in the great outdoors www.antsinyourpants.com.au Capoeira Beribazu Australia (SS) Their kids’ classes for 5-7 and 8-12 years old focus on age appropriate activities to develop kids in the martial arts, musicality, rhythm and acrobatics aspects of Capoeira.

Physical activities, playing music instruments, singing and interacting with one another are all part of the class.

0414 433 083 www.beribazuaustralia.com Cheeky Monkeyz (NS & SS) The goal is to teach the kids all skills involve with the sport, classes provide a lot of fun and help kids socialise with other kids their own age and make friends. It’s designed to build the kids self-confidence and co-ordination and most of all its FUN! Learn a different sport every month, and only pay per sport so you’re not tied down for a whole term.

0421 251 002 www.cheekymonkeyz.com.au/sport-classes CrossFit Kids (NS) CrossFit Kids emphasises good

movement throughout childhood and adolescence.

Consistency and good mechanics translate to physical literacy, enhanced sports performance and fewer sports injuries for kids. www.crossfitmitchelton.com.au/crossfit-kids

Flipside Circus (NS) offers a wide range of classes from beginners to experienced from ages 18 months -100 years. There is something fun and suitable for every age and every ability. The classes are fast moving and full of action - never a moment to spare. Go and learn all the skills circus can offer including: tissu, trapeze, lyra, juggling, hoops, acro balance, tumbling and more. Join the circus, Flipside offers a free trial pass 3352 7233 for your first class. www.flipsidecircus.org.au

Gecko Sports (NS & SS) Gecko Sports offer kids a fun

and interactive start to sport and fitness for life. They give children the inspiration and confidence to be more physically active and try their hand at playing different sports through their scientifically designed programs.

1300 432 565 www.geckosports.com.au

GOALS Soccer (NS & SS) Brisbane offers sought after soccer coaching for Brisbane kids aged 4 – 12 years.

Whether your child is new to the world of soccer or an experienced player, the coaching offered at GOALS will take their performance to the next level. Our group soccer sessions put a strong focus on quality of coaching and learning over quantity of kids per class, this helps us get maximum benefit from our time coaching your kids and for those that require a more personalised approach. It’s important to us that parents and kids get the most out of the program so the first session is offered as a trial to let parents see how a session works and let the coach see how comfortable your child is with the practices involved class structure.

Get in touch now to reserve a trial spot, numbers are very limited! We seriously help kids play better!

0405 905 595 www.goalssoccer.com.au Go Sports (NS & SS) Go Sports provides a range

of children’s sports activities and children’s sports coaching classes to primary school children in over 60 public and private schools throughout Brisbane and surrounds.

0417 614 509 www.gosports.com.au

Kelly Mini Sports (NS & SS) Their fun and energetic approach delivered by expert coaches in a safe and fun environment, allow children aged 1-5 years old to discover sport while developing their fundamental motor skills, confidence and social skills. www.kellyminisports.com.au Golf @ Victoria Park (NS) Learn to play golf for kids at Victoria Park with their junior programs during school term and school holidays. Their classes are fun and interactive for kids aged 4 – 14, no experience required. The kids will take part in exciting games and challenges along with making new friends. Classes run daily from Monday – Thursday for 2hrs in the school holidays, and their school term classes are an 8 week program offered on weekdays and weekends. For more information and bookings contact Victoria Park.

3252 9891 victoriapark.com.au Gymnastics Queensland (NS & SS) Gymnastics is one of the most fundamental and exciting of all physical activities. Basic gymnastic skills develop attributes that are perfect stepping stones for other sports, activities and life in general.

3036 5600 www.gymqld.org.au Hockey Queensland (NS & SS) Hockey is a team sport, children learn the value of working with others. They figure out how to rely on teammates and understand that cooperation is key to success.

3399 6577 www.hockeyqld.com.au Iceworld (NS) There’s no better way to cool down this summer holidays than a visit to one of Brisbane’s IceWorld Olympic Ice Rinks, located in both Acacia Ridge and Boondall. Never experienced the thrill of ice skating? IceWorld is the place to be! Extensive public session times available during school holidays (refer to the website for times) and they offer fantastic value for hours of cool ‘sun safe’ fun and exercise! Pricing per person includes skate hire. Enquire about their fantastic birthday and function options. Fully stocked cafés for public use at both venues. www.iceworld.com.au Little Athletics Queensland (NS & SS) A uniquely Australian sport for children 5-16 years. Based upon the sport of athletics (track & field) the events are specially modified to suit the ages and abilities of children. A wide range of running, jumping, throwing and walking events is conducted.

3255 9436 www.laq.org.au My First Gym (NS & SS) MyFirstGym is a destination for kids to fall in love with movement and fitness, a place that supports skill development and inspires kids to move their bodies through their most important developmental years. www.myfirstgym.com.au

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Local Clubs & Classes Directory Netball Queensland (NS & SS) For young children

interested in playing netball for the first time, there is NetSetGo! This program is for children (girls and boys) aged 5-10 and is designed for teaching the basics of netball while fostering fun and friendship in a team environment. 34269500 www.qld.netball.com.au

Park Run (SS) Stocklands Pallara invites locals to participate in a weekly 5km parkrun, which will take place each Saturday morning at 7am as a social opportunity for community residents to run, jog or even walk the dog around the neighbourhood’s green spaces. Meet opposite the Pallara Sales and Information Centre. Register your interest online. www.parkrun.com.au/pallara

PCYC

As Queensland’s largest gymnastics provider PCYC Queensland’s fully accredited coaches provide fun and inclusive opportunities to experience gymnastics at any age and any level. Their programs encourage fundamental movement for life, build the foundations of a healthy and active lifestyle and improve fitness, strength, balance and flexibility. Experience gymnastics at PCYC Queensland through Trampolining, Tumbling, Junior Ninja, KinderGym, Recreational Gymnastics, Performance Gymnastics, Fitter for Life and more!

Caboolture 5495 7143; Deception Bay 3293 0166; Redcliffe 3385 1900; Sandgate 3269 5358 gymnastics.pcyc.org.au Pocket Rocket Sports (SS) Book your trial now!

Designed to improve the health and happiness of tomorrow’s little men and women with sports and fun!

See your child’s confidence, skills and knowledge grow, while they enjoy all the benefits that sport has to offer.

Understanding good sportsmanship, teamwork and fair play is what Pocket Rocket Sports is all about!

No Membership Fees! No Admin Fees! No Long Term Contracts! Owned and operated by experienced children’s sports coach Neil Fairley! Get a taste of a range of different sports every 4 weeks including AFL, Basketball, Cricket, Hockey, Rugby, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Athletics and more! Classes are restricted in numbers to ensure your child gets the proper attention 0434 606 516 www.PocketRocketSports.com.au

Tawa Yoga (SS) Bringing the joy of YOGA to Children and Teens! Yoga encourages healthy active habits whilst reminding them that it is just as important to relax and pause. Helping children recognise the balance of mind, body and spirit equips them with the tools to develop into kind, responsible and confident adults. Family friendly yoga studio on Metroplex Avenue, Murarrie that offers classes for EVERYBODY from Pre-natal, to Children, Teens, Seniors and everyone in-between!

0488 110 298 www.tawayoga.com.au QLD Cheer Elite (NS) Their classes are a mix of gymnastics, dancing and acrobatics - rolled into one.

Combine this with music, performing and costumes and it’s a mix that kids absolutely love. In cheerleading, every student in the team is important and everyone’s strengths are celebrated. Athletes of all shapes and sizes are embraced and everyone has a role to play.

Cheer is about teamwork, encouragement, trust and commitment and it allows everyone the chance to shine. To find out more about our free trial classes for ages 4+ www.queenslandcheerelite.com.au

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Horseriding Riverside Equestrian Centre (SS) Riverside Equestrian Centre is located at Moggill in a park-like setting on the banks of the Brisbane River. It is a short drive from Brisbane City. They offer lessons for groups and single riders from junior to senior riders. Each lesson runs for 2 hours instead of the normal 45mins.

3202 6641 www.riversideequestriancentre.com.au

Wattle Creek Riding School (NS) At Wattle Creek, they specialise in one on one lessons. This gives 100% of the Coach’s attention to the rider. This allows the experienced and inexperienced to work at their optimum pace. No riding experience is needed to start as they teach from the first riding lesson to the highly 3300 6422 experienced rider. www.wattlecreekridingschool.com.au

SWIMMING Aqualogan Laurie Laurence Swim School

offers world-leading teaching methods proven over 50 years. FREE swim assessments for all learn to swim levels; Kids Alive program with 5 FREE lessons; and Paddle Splash program offers 4 FREE introductory lessons for 3mths-3 yrs last 4 weeks of term. School holiday swim clinics and intensives. Squad training from junior to professional athlete level. Centres at Beenleigh and Logan North with indoor heated pools for year-round swimming. Each is equipped with access for people with disability and offer Adaptive Aquatics programs. Private lessons also available.

Beenleigh 3412 4910, Logan North 3412 5645 www.loganleisurecentres.com.au/swim

Kingswim (NS & SS) Kingswim offers programs for babies from 12 weeks, right through to graduate level swimmers. Children are progressed as they’re ready, not as terms change to ensure children develop at their own pace. Plus, there’s no lock in contract for mum and dad! Contact Kingswim Carindale, Robina or Lutwyche today for a free introductory lesson. www.kingswim.com.au Nudgee College Swimming (NS) welcomes both

girls and boys, and is based at St Joseph’s Nudgee College, Boondall. With both their 25m and 50m pools being heated, it allows them to operate all year round.

They have an extensive Learn to Swim Program from 10 months old. This program then filters through to their high-level squads ranging from Junior Development to Age Nationals. They also run an Aqua Fitness program, which includes deep water running, aqua aerobics and adult swimfit. The talent of swimmers is maximised by their quality environment where all swimmers can achieve the many benefits of this sport such as health, 3865 0516 self-discipline, fitness and fun. www.ncswimmingclub.com

Shapland Swim Schools (NS & SS) Learn-to-swim with only 3 per class. Shaplands have been teaching swimming for 3 generations and through that time have trialled many class sizes and found a class of 3 is the most successful for a child to learn their aquatic skills. A class size of 3 allows each child to receive more individual attention and accelerates their learning through less time wasted waiting for their turn to perform a skill and more time spent with the teacher.

Shaplands offers a semi-private class where students can progress quickly through the Shapland unique www.shapland.com.au Swim-in-Five program.

Superfish (SS) Free swimming assessment & Free

trial lesson - No obligation! All levels & ages. Under 3’s also includes - free 45Min orientation lesson. Under 6-month bubs also includes – free water familiarisation lessons. 25m heated, indoor pools. Specialist Drowning Prevention Program - babies, toddlers & under 5’s. School age stroke correction program - small, structured classes. Children’s squads. Free pool entry for Superfish families, 6 days/week, once booked in lessons! Sunnybank 3323 3188 www.superfish.com.au

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FILM & TV, THEATRE & PERFORMING ARTS Brisbane Arts Theatre (NS) Every Saturday

morning, children aged 8 to 16 from all over Brisbane attend Brisbane Arts Theatre’s Performing Arts’ Workshop from 9am – 11am at the Lavalla Centre in Paddington. At each class, there are three specialist instructors teaching singing, acting and dancing in rotation. The children are taught introductory stagecraft, acting techniques, improvisation, singing (solo and chorus) and movement (mime and dancing).

Saturday mornings during school term time. Cost $600 per year or $350 for two school terms. Intakes at the beginning of Terms One and Three.

3369 2344 www.artstheatre.com.au/childrensworkshops

Brisbane Junior Theatre (NS) Brisbane Junior

Theatre is a youth based not-for-profit theatre company producing Broadway Musicals acted by young performers. Supported by a great team of people who understand performance and production, everything we do aims at producing significant quality productions at an affordable price with the best motives, skills and processes possible. www.brisbanejuniortheatre.com.au

Brisbane Youth Theatre (NS) Brisbane Youth

Theatre classes, for ages 7 - 17 are adventurous and playful and provides an exciting and supportive environment for creating theatre and enhancing learning for your children.

0447 467 724 www.brisbaneyouththeatre.com.au

Genesis Drama Academy (NS) TThe objective of their Drama Classes is to develop confidence and skills in Speech and Drama through positive and stimulating classes, within a Christian environment. Regardless of the individual student’s experience or goals, they aim to provide a fun atmosphere that creatively engages their young students’ imaginations.

0418 443 220 www.genesisdramaacademy.com.au

Perform Australia (NS & SS) Acting and drama classes right around Brisbane, Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast. Learn acting technique for stage and screen and participate in performances and film shoots throughout the year. Their mission is to launch passion-driven actors, and to help each student find their story within.

Build self-confidence, creativity and social skills in their fun and friendly classes. Different classes are available for each age group. Just enrol online, no audition needed. Perform Australia was formerly known as Australian School for Performing Arts, Film and Television (ASPAFTV).

1300 908 905 www.perform.edu.au The Theatre Factory (SS) The Theatre Factory

offers a variety of Dance, Drama and Singing classes to students of all ages including: Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Contemporary, Speech, Drama, Acting, Musical Theatre Performance, Group Singing, Part Singing, Solo Singing, 0416 247 220 Voice Production, Staging etc. www.thetheatrefactory.com.au

DANCE Balance Dance School (NS) Balance is a family

orientated dance school run by industry professionals.

They are committed to empowering children by nurturing creativity and inspiring a love of dance. They specialise in early childhood dance and classical ballet.

Offering quality, affordable and expert tuition.

0415 729 030 www.balancedanceschool.com.au

Local Clubs & Classes Directory Brisbane Dance Centre (NS) Brisbane Dance Centre is the place to be if you wish to learn how to participate in the art of “Classical Ballet”. Brisbane Dance Centre also offers many other genres in order to give our dancers an overall dance and performance education.

They cater for those who are just starting off their dancing journey to those who are on the doorstep of a professional career. From tiny tots to adults.

3262 2277 www.brisbanedancecentre.com.au Bubs n Beats offers a unique experience and caters

to families with children from 10months to 5yrs. Our ‘Dance Adventures’ combine elements of dance, drama and singing to an eclectic mix of songs from throwback hits to the popular music of today. Join Sammie & Frankie as they take you on an exciting adventure that captivates the imagination of the young and young at heart bubsnbeats@gmail.com www.bubsnbeats.com

Kick Dance (SS)in Bulimba provides classes in Ballet,

Hip Hop, Jazz, Acrobatics, Contemporary, Tap and Irish and caters for all ages and abilities from toddler to adult. Kick Arts provides classes in Singing and Acting as well as producing biannual musicals. Kick provides a fun and enjoyable class environment that also caters for students wishing to excel in exams, eisteddfods, musicals and concert performances. They are very proud of their students’ national successes and they are recipients of many Eisteddfod titles including Classical Ballet, Jazz and Tap Championships and aggregates.

Whether you are keen to have fun or ‘Kick’ start your dance career, Kick Dance and Arts have classes to suit.

0414 308 248 www.kickdance.com.au

KJ Dance & Cheer (NS) Their teaching philosophy is

for students to have fun while gaining self-esteem and learning valuable life skills. They provide exciting multiskilled classes at affordable rates. Your child could be learning ballet, jazz, tap, drama, singing, acrobatics and 1300 522 624 hip hop, all in the one class. www.karenjacobidance.com.au

Mega Jam (NS) The concept of Mega Jam is to learn Hip Hop dance styles and other styles of commercial street dancing, in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. www.megajam.com.au Perry’s Dance Academy (NS) Perry’s Dance Academy has something for everyone offering the best in dancing lessons in Brisbane. They offer ballroom & latin group classes for both adults and children, medal classes, private lessons, wedding dance preparation at their air-conditioned dance school in Stafford. www.perrysdance.com Promenade Dance Studio (NS) Promenade Dance Studio was established in 1989 and has since grown to become a well-respected and renowned provider of quality dance education on the northside of Brisbane.

They offer a diverse and well-rounded dance curriculum for students from 2 ½ years to young professional, including ballet (RAD Graded and Vocational), tap, jazz, contemporary, singing, musical theatre, acrobatics and 3733 0900 hip hop. www.promenadedance.com.au QLD Performers Academy (SS) Why Choose QPA?

Their students enjoy a fun learning environment that encourages team work, collaboration and achievement.

Every child from 2 years onwards is invited to be part of a supportive and caring community that encourages and fosters individuality and sets students on the journey to personal success. QPA Director Miss Grace Willett believes dance plays an important part in the education and development of children and as such pursues furthering her own knowledge in fields of dance, education, psychology and sports science. Her team of dedicated and qualified teachers share this passion and together strive to make dance a positive and important part of their students’ lives.

0435 355 781 www.qpacademy.com.au

S.H.A.K.E Dance Studio (NS) S.H.A.K.E. has been

established for nineteen years and specialises in fun classes for the individual. They have classes available in Jazz, Tap, Classical Ballet, Musical Theatre, Acrobatics and Contemporary for all ages.

0417 193 379 www.shakedance.com.au

Superstars (SS) Your child will experience learning

the joy of dance and, alongside the health benefits, will thrive with improved self-confidence, co-ordination,

skills in teamwork and ability to focus. That is the SUPERSTARS difference. This is where everyone gets to shine. www.superstars.net.au

HEALTH, WELLBEING AND SCHOOL SUPPORT 10/10 Educational Services (NS & SS) 10/10

Tutoring implement a variety of effective, explicit teaching practices and strategies in order to match the individual student’s unique profile and needs.

Considerations such as the individual’s preferred multiple intelligence, dominant learning style and their current interests and motivations make up the underlying approach to their programs.

0421 114 342 www.1010tutoring.com

AEIOU Foundation Supporting families in the

early years of an autism journey. Has your child recently received an autism diagnosis? Perhaps you suspect they may be on the spectrum and are seeking advice. The early years of an autism journey can be challenging, but you’re not alone. AEIOU Foundation can help. Evidence-based early intervention can make an enormous difference to a child’s development, encouraging independence, communication and confidence. AEIOU provides individualised therapy and care to children aged 2-6 years, within a long daycare group setting. Across nine Queensland centres, speech pathologists, educators, occupational and behaviour therapists work collaboratively to help children thrive.

The team also work with you one-on-one to navigate the NDIS funding process. AEIOU provides the most affordable and effective autism early intervention program in Australia. If you’d like to learn more about their service, and how they can help, get in touch 1300 273 435 www.aeiou.org.au

Get Grit (NS) Get GRIT empowers kids with the knowledge and skills to maintain a healthy mind and a positive well-being. The program teaches children how to manage their emotions, how to enjoy healthy and positive relationships, how to develop a growth mindset, how to be resilient and persistent, how to tackle life’s challenges with grit and how to reach their true potential. 0413 245 531 www.getgritprogram.com Hope Tutoring (NS) Hope Tutoring is for children and adults with learning difficulties or disabilities and/ or those seeking help with home-schooling. Justin is a qualified teacher experienced in tutoring adults and 0407 407 223 children at all levels and abilities. www.hopetutoring.com.au

Kip McGrath Education Centres

(NS) provides professional tuition in English and maths to primary and secondary school children in Albany Creek and surrounding areas. They cater for students of all abilities in a relaxed, friendly and motivating learning environment. At Kip McGrath, students follow their own individual learning program designed specifically for their needs. This targeted help allows them to learn at their own pace, make real progress and gain the confidence they need to move forwards with their education.

All Kip McGrath tutors are fully qualified and experienced teachers. Call or visit the website for a free assessment for your child.

3325 0025 www.kipmcgrath.com/albany-creek

Northside Tuition is a personalised tutoring and education advisory service, supporting children and families on Brisbane’s northside. It is run by Kylie Fedrick, an experienced special education teacher

with expertise in teaching primary and lower highschool students with disabilities, learning difficulties and/or giftedness. The motto of Northside Tuition is ‘it takes a village to educate a child’ so let Kylie work with you to support your child’s learning needs through offering advice, advocacy and support in areas such as navigating the school system, motivation and help with homework, social skills 3269 5859 and managing complex behaviours. www.northsidetuition.com.au

Pathways to Resilience (NS) Their programs have been developed by their highly skilled team of educators and other professionals based on their work over several years in schools and community settings.

The programs are well researched with themes of resilience and wellbeing that are both grounding and empowering. www.pathwaystoresilience.org Saver Plus (NS & SS) Saver Plus is a free program delivered by The Smith Family that assists people with a Health Care Card or Pension Card develop a savings habit. Participants receive up to $500 to assist with school, educational or extracurricular expenses.

1300 610 355 www.bsl.org.au/services/ money-matters/saver-plus

Scribble Ink Writing Classes Brisbane’s Most Dynamic Holiday Writing Course for Students @ Griffith University EVERY SCHOOL HOLIDAY! “My daughter’s writing improved tenfold. She came home beaming!

Thankyou!” P. O’Callaghan. “OMG! Went from a B+ to an A+ and TOPPED MY GRADE. Used all your techniques!” Yr 12 student Lourdes Hill College. “I got the best mark in school for the ICAS writing test!” Year 7 Scribbler MSHS. “Best student short story I have ever read.”

English HOD BGS. Our Scribblers course and Saturday and Monday Masterclasses will take your child’s writing to the next level.... guaranteed! Online courses available. Using advanced techniques mastered over 30 years of teaching experience, allow the passionate Mister C and his experienced team to take your child on a journey of writing enrichment.

It’s fantastic! Find them on Facebook or go to www.scribbleink.com.au Social Activities Group for Everyone – including children. (SS) Free activities – volunteer

leaders share their experience and support in different recreational activities, from arts and crafts to table games such as mah-jong and cards, and more active pursuits such as tennis and table tennis. Make friends while keeping mind and body active.

0468 930 050 www.stmarksuniting.org.au

Yoga & Self-Defence (SS) Stocklands Pallara is

running free yoga and self-defence lessons for children as part of its Link And Learn healthy lifestyle program.

The free classes, held Saturday mornings during term time, will provide an opportunity for Pallara residents to mingle with neighbouring families in Acacia Ridge, Algester, Sunnybank and Sunnybank Hills while staying active and learning new skills. Register your interest www.stockland.com.au/residential/qld/ online pallara/news-and-events If you would like a listing for your club, class or activity in our next issue’s inclusive directory, contact us now!

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Listings for everyone in every family!

To promote your local family friendly event including school fetes and fairs, community groups, get-togethers and local festivals in the next ‘Families Fun’ listings (October/November 2020) send your entry by 5pm on Friday 11 September 2020.

Email Regina – Listings@FamiliesMagazine.com.au Listings in this section are FREE for most non-commercial ventures. Please check the details of the events listed before setting off in case anything has changed since going to print.

WHAT’S ON IN THE CITY?

- AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2020 BRISBANE SOUTH BANK PARKLANDS

Kids Collective Round up the littlies! Kids Collective is returning to the sprawling green lawns of South Bank Parklands for children aged 0-5 years. The free outdoor series will relaunch on 16 July to entertain children with a range of educational and interactive activities, stimulating parts of the brain that assist in creative thinking, problem solving as well as fine and gross motor skills. From musical play, storytelling, drama and baby yoga - there is something to tickle every tiny tots fancy!

Every Thursday workshops will be split into 30-45 minute sessions, taking place at 9:00am, 10:00am, 11:00am and 12:00pm. Please note that to ensure public safety, several COVID-Safe measures will be in place during Kids Collective. These measures are per the Queensland Government’s COVID-Safe Events Framework and Checklist and also include a required registration process, safeguarding the ability to contact trace if required. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/venue/ south-bank

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QPAC QPAC - Art Online Even though they can’t welcome you to QPAC at the moment, they can still bring together some of the most amazing art and artists from around the world. In almost every country artists and creatives are singing, reading, drawing and chatting with audiences direct from their homes. They have collated videos of extraordinary live and on-demand performances from around the world for you to enjoy from the comfort of your home. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/venue/qpac City Hall Clock Tower Tours Enjoy the oldworld charm of our Clock Tower tours. Step into the original 1930s hand-operated lift, travel past the Art Deco-styled clock face to arrive at the final, 64m-high platform for a bird’s-eye view of the city. There is a reason this has been a time-honoured tradition for Brisbane families for almost 90 years www.familiesmagazine.com.au/organiser/ museum-of-brisbane

Anzac Legacy Gallery The Anzac Legacy Gallery tells the fascinating story of the First World War in Queensland; the people and the things they held close – objects of war and warfare, and personal items belonging to those on the front line.

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MUSEUM OF BRISBANE

Wild State takes visitors through five breathtaking environments – the arid outback, iconic eucalypt forest, tropical rainforest, sundrenched coastal zones and teeming marine environments.

Scavenger Hunt Explore the museum with this buzzworthy scavenger hunt to find trinkets and treasures you might not have seen before around the museum. You’ll explore our exhibitions and halls as you search for items in their collection. Download from Queensland Museum website and take along one with you on your journey. Limited printed versions will be available when you visit.

playlist of protest music. The exhibition also includes two videos made in collaboration with Junction Park State School students. In these videos, the students perform protest songs and share their views about climate action with the artist. In the exhibition space, children can also design a protest t-shirt and watch their message come to life in an animated protest scene! 7 Aug – 26 Jan 2021

QUEENSLAND GALLERY OF MODERN ART Now is the Time Raquel Ormella invites children to speak up about climate change and the environment in her upcoming exhibition at the Children’s Art Centre.

Raquel highlights Australia’s long history of environmental activism with a timeline featuring historical photos and posters and a

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SPARKLAB SCIENCENTRE Calling all inventors, thinkers, creatives, the curious and science enthusiasts, Queensland Museum’s brand new science gallery SparkLab, Sciencentre is open. SparkLab includes 40 exhibits in three zones allowing for flexible facilitated learning experiences; it also includes new science shows, a science bar featuring hands on experiments and demonstrations, and a maker space that gives visitors the opportunity to design, make, test and evaluate their creations in response to a ‘big question’ or challenge.

For the foreseeable future, SparkLab has temporarily changed to a one hour timed entry experience. Visitor numbers to SparkLab will be strictly limited to ensure a safe space and increased access so you can get the most out of your visit. We highly recommend you purchase tickets online in advance, particularly during school holiday peak period to avoid disappointment.

SparkLab is open daily from 9:40am to 3pm with session times at: 9:40am – 10:40am / 11:00am – 12:00pm 12:30pm – 1:30pm / 2:00pm – 3:00pm www.familiesmagazine.com.au/organiser/ sciencentre/

#FamiliesMagFun BRISBANE FESTIVAL Experience the wonderful, the wistful and the downright whimsical when Brisbane Festival’s program of family-friendly events surprise and delight audiences of all ages from 4 – 26 September.

A spectrum of city-wide encounters and productions tap into both a rich seam of nostalgia and the promise of a hopeful future; use vintage technology and the latest digital platforms; and bring entertainment to the people while also enticing them to explore their own backyards.

For more information, including updates and announcements, visit brisbanefestival.com.au or follow Brisbane Festival on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

The Lost Lending Library | Brisbane Powerhouse | New Farm At 314 floors high and with 72 spiral side departments, The Lost Lending Library is the largest collection of books in the world. The Library leaps from place to place, seeking out young creative minds wherever it goes… Inspire a lifetime of reading and writing in this intimate experience for children aged 4-12 years and their family. Enter the Library to discover a magical world, a celebration of books and the journeys they take us on. Do you and your family have the right imaginations to help fill its shelves and power it to the next destination?

A Curious Arcade | Brisbane Powerhouse | New Farm Prepare to be intrigued by peculiar storytelling machines in this century-old arcade exhibit.

These elaborate machines are the creations of virtuosic Australian inventor Celeste Mackellan, an obscure figure who disappeared in 1929 along with the mechanical curiosities she built.

Fascinated by Mackellan’s mysterious disappearance, an international consortium of collectors and creatives from Imaginary Theatre are slowly working to locate, extract and lovingly restore her machines to their former glory. At A Curious Arcade, you can experience these mechanical wonders as they tell timeless stories that surprise and delight.

puppets, playful lollipop ladies, flash mob cheer squads, and acrobats flipping down paths, amongst other delights.

Brisbane’s best will take to the streets, including Dead Puppet Society, Elements Collective, DeBase Productions, Homunculous Theatre and Flipside Circus.

Avoidable Perils | The Common, West Village | West End Bad things are happening, and our heroes are at risk!

From hungry sharks to deadly laser beams, danger is imminent and the only person who can stop it is you.

Avoidable Perils is a dubious new social experiment for anyone who can be bothered to help. A game for the masses, this work explores activism in the attention economy, and the challenge of large-scale teamwork.

Bring your own smartphone to watch this cartoon chaos unfold and be part of the greater good.

Common People Dance Eisteddfod | Online | various Street Serenades locations It’s round two for this no-holds-barred dance extravaganza!

The Common People Dance Project has been working with people of all ages and abilities to shape a series of over-the-top dance routines.

Set to a killer ‘80s soundtrack, teams across north, south, east and west will once again shimmy and shake for the biggest hot gluegunned dance trophy ever. Watch this sweaty, sequinned fun online and popping up as part of Street Serenades.

Messengers of Brisbane | Various Locations Six giant Gouldian Finches will fly into Brisbane to spread messages of hope this September.

Created by internationally renowned artist Florentijn Hofman and brought to life

by Brisbane’s Urban Art Projects, these spectacularly coloured birds invite us to look up and smile.

Perched atop iconic Brisbane locations in the inner-city river area, Messengers of Brisbane can be viewed on a leisurely stroll, bike ride, or even from a CityCat. The Creatures’ Place (Dead Puppet Society) | Brisbane City Hall Children will travel back to the Pleistocene era and come face to face with ancient Australian giants under the glowing dome of City Hall.

Brought to life in puppet form by the creative geniuses of Dead Puppet Society, these creatures ask us to reflect on the effect humans have on animals sharing our island.

After you encounter Dead Puppet Society’s enormous visitors from a forgotten time, work alongside the artists to bring your own creature to life Wishful Bedtime Stories | Online Take the kids on an adventure to the beach, a fabulous birthday party, Grandma’s house, or to a faraway land with Wishful Bedtime Stories.

Director Bridget Boyle, writers David Burton and Clare McFadden, and Sound Designer Kim Bowers (Busty Beatz) have together taken the everyday and imagined places children longed for during lockdown and turned them into exquisite bedtime stories for 3 to 12 year olds.

Your children will be lulled to sleep with tales of change and stories of wonder inspired by the experiences of children in 2020. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/organiser/ brisbane-festival/

Exercise Surprise | Various Locations The bikeways and walking paths of a suburb near you are about to be ambushed by some of Brisbane’s best and brightest artists in a series of surprise encounters throughout September. Be on the lookout for prehistoric

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#FamiliesMagFun AUGUST 2020 Throughout Aug & Sep How Cities Work | Ipswich Explore the city inside and out, top to bottom in a whole new way! From sewers to skyscrapers, this interactive exhibition reveals the secret workings of the city. Peek inside buildings, duck underground, and explore the streets to find out what’s going on above your head and beneath your feet. This spectacular exhibition has been developed in collaboration with illustrator and city fanatic James Gulliver Hancock, and is adapted from the bestselling book How Cities Work from Lonely Planet Kids. See and hear the city come to life with interactive animations, bustling sounds and something new to uncover on every street corner. Pop on a hard hat and step onto a lively construction site, design your ultimate building of the future or make the city move from day to night at your fingertips. What will you create? It’s the city as you’ve never experienced it before! Exhibition admission is included with general Museum entry. The Workshops Rail Museum. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/event/how-cities-work-ipswich

therapists and performers; they aim to provide a safe and nurturing environment to trade, and a venue to promote sustainable and eco living options for locals and the broader community. Einbunpin Lagoon. 8am – 12-pm. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/event/sandgate-village-market Sat 1 Aug – Sat 12 Sep Curious George – The Golden Meatball | Petrie Terrace All-You-Can-Eat Meatball Day comes just once a year, and George had been waiting all month for that day—a day almost bigger than his birthday! In this adventure, George takes the audience through a fun-filled journey in which he learns more about Rome... and meatballs... and the secret ingredient to cooking!

Brisbane Arts Theatre. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/event/curious-george-the-goldenmeatball-petrie-terace Sat 8 Aug Wheely Fun - Saturday | Hawthorne Bookings essential.

Riding’s more fun on two wheels - the friendly trainer will help your young one make the transition from training wheels to two wheels and provide some tips for how you can keep encouraging them. Young riders who are already off their training wheels are welcome too. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/event/wheely-fun-saturdayhawthorne Thu 20 Aug Fun Soccer | Mitchelton Bookings essential. Exciting and fun soccer activities for 5-7 year old’s with enthusiastic and energetic coaches! A safe and relaxed environment for children to get active, play soccer and have fun! www.familiesmagazine.com.au/event/fun-soccer-mitchelton

Until 30 Aug Snow4Kids | South Bank In 2020 SNOW4KIDS takes you on a winter journey to experience the magic of real, fresh snow in a beautifully themed snow park right in the heart of Brisbane.

Create lasting memories with your family, friends and loved ones by building snowmen and throwing snowballs in your very own winter wonderland. To comply with the current Covid-19 restrictions each family or friends’ group will be given a dedicated area in the snow park with fresh snow and fresh snowman making and snowball throwing utensils to enjoy during their session. Sanitising stations will be readily available throughout the venue and social distancing guidelines will be followed. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/event/snow4kids-festival-south-bank Until Mon 31 Aug Colour – See the World in a New Light | Ipswich See colour as you’ve never seen it before! Is your yellow the same as mine? How do pixels and paint differ? Have you ever wanted to see UV light like an insect? Visit the Room of Missing Colours and hear fascinating stories from people who see colour when they hear music. Discover Colour and see the world in a new light! Explore the stories of colour through four broad themes: Coloured Light – the origin of all colour Controlling Colour – colours added, removed and transformed Seeing Colour – experience, thoughts, understanding, action Making Sense of Colour – human, animal, and machine vision Engage with more than 20 interactive experiences, ranging from iridescent insects to colour illusions. Explore how light influences colour and compare your perception of colour with your family and friends. ‘See like a bee’ with the ultraviolet camera and see glowing quantum nanomaterials that change their colour with crystal size.

The exhibition will show the power colour has on the choices we make every day, and on our responses to our environment. Ipswich Art Gallery. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/event/colour-see-the-world-in-anew-light-ipswich Every 2nd & 4th Sat of the month Sandgate Village Markets | Sandgate NEW MARKET ALERT! The Sandgate Village Market is a Community-based Eco Market supporting local small businesses, artists, authors, makers, musicians, eco-producers, natural

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Fri 28 – Sun 30 Aug Mould - A Cheese Festival | Fortitude Valley Australia’s favourite cheese festival, MOULD, is coming back to Brisbane for an even bigger mozzare-hella good time! MOULD will bring together the best artisan cheese producers from across the country for a day of cheese, wine, masterclasses and more. To make sure cheese-crazed fans can access as many dairy delights as possible this year they’ve added even more session times for you. More cheese. More producers. More sessions. Alongside the best Australian cheeses, there will also be a full food program featuring dishes from local cheesemongers and to wash down all that delicious cheese, there will be wine, whisky, sake, beer and cider available to purchase. Go and taste the best cheese from all over Australia in one place. Brisbane Showgrounds. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/event/mould-a-cheese-festivalfortitude-valley Sat 29 Aug Revolutions skateboarding workshop | Sinnamon Park Bookings essential. Gain confidence and get comfortable with your balance and learn a whole new set of skateboarding skills with excellent coaching. Take your family members and friends and they’ll help you get up and skate on your own. This is a Chillout event suitable for young people 3-17 years. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/event/revolutionsskateboarding-workshop-sinnamon-park Sat 29 Aug Bonfire Night | Sandstone Point The annual Bonfire Night at Sandstone Point Hotel is back to warm your winter night on Saturday 29th August 2020! Rug up for a family-fun night of epic proportions! Bonfire Night has sold out for the past 4 years and it’s no surprise; the spectacular event is packed with bonfires, flame shows, pyrotechnics, fire twirlers, rides, live music, food and dessert trucks, fireworks, entertainment, kid’s rides, fire combat performers and more! Brisbane’s hottest event is back in 2020 and its annual support of the Rural Fire Brigade has never been more important. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/event/bonfire-night-sandstonepoint

SEPTEMBER 2020 Wed 9 Sep Ninja Warrior | Lota Calling all Ninja Warriors! This training program will have you moving like a Ninja in no time. Using mostly body strength, they have some fun training activities to test your Ninja skills and challenge your strength. Improving your agility, grip strength and upper body power to move like a Ninja. This fun program will have you jumping, hanging and lifting your own body weight to get through the session. This is a Chillout event suitable for young people 7-13 years. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/event/ninja-warrrior-lota

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Sat 12 Sep Family fun boxing (non-contact) | Wakerley Bookings essential. Boxing sessions that are fun as they are rewarding for your health and fitness. Suitable for first timers or the boxing enthusiast as you are paired up with similar abilities. coordination, fitness and strength will be your rewards for completing this session. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/event/family-fun-boxing-noncontact-wakerley Tue 15 Sep Wilbur the Optical Whale | Cleveland Meet Wilbur, the friendliest giant in the sea. Set in an exquisitely crafted underwater world, with themes of bullying and acceptance, this is a fully immersive, interactive and accessible performance work designed to celebrate difference. When Wilbur gets teased by the five starfish meanies for wearing his glasses, the whole undersea world gets turned upside down! Will Wilbur and his best friend Cecil the shark be able to stand up to the meanies? Will the starfish gang see the error of their ways? Wilbur is brought to life by indelabilityarts, an artist-led, disability arts company from Brisbane, in collaboration with Flipside Circus. Incorporating stunning circus tricks, digital and visual imagery, tactile sensory play, integrated Auslan, music, and spoken word, Wilbur the Optical Whale will engage, excite and captivate students. RPAC. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/event/wilbur-the-optical-whalecleveland Sat 19 Sep – Sat 24 Oct Sleeping Beauty | Petrie Terrace A modern musical take on a classic tale, in a new Australian script.

When the Bad Fairy becomes aware that she wasn’t invited to Princess Crystal’s christening, she casts a nasty spell-in-waiting to greet the princess on her 16th birthday. A rest of one hundred years may soon be the fate of the entire kingdom. Meanwhile, Prince Goodheart of Fingleshire and his loyal servant Simon are on a quest for true love. Will the two families of neighbouring kingdoms cross paths? Brisbane Arts Theatre. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/event/sleeping-beauty-petrieterrace Sun 20 Sep Sweet As - Brisbane Dessert Festival | South Brisbane Presented by The World Food Markets, the Sweet As Dessert Festival brings you a jam packed day full of sweets & treats. There will be brownies, cheese, chocolate, coffee, cupcakes, doughnuts, gelatos, ice-creams, macarons, marshmallows, meringues, popsicles, sorbets, waffles and lots more from an awesome line-up of Queensland’s best dessert makers. There will be options for most special dietary requirements including lactose free, gluten free, nut free & vegan desserts. This is a judging-free zone and you can have dessert for breakfast, brunch or lunch.

There will also be street food, live music, pop-up bars, dessert

cocktails, kids activities and entertainment as well as cooking demonstrations throughout the day. 10am – 5pm. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/event/sweet-as-brisbanedessert-festival-south-brisbane Tue 22 Sep The Incredibubble Bubble Show | Redcliffe Have some incredibubble fun and laughter. Everyone loves bubbles and you will see some of the most amazing bubbles, from cute tiny bubbles to stunning giant bubbles so big you may be chosen to go inside one. How about having a bubble volcano on your hand...it’s going to happen to somebody. Space Rocket bubbles & smoke bubbles are just the beginning. Take the kids and have an incredibubble time. Redcliffe Cultural Centre. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/event/the-incredibubble-bubbleshow-redcliffe Tue 22 Sep ONLINE EVENT: Playful pirate puppets - virtual makerspace. Please note that this event will be delivered live via Zoom. Tell your own swashbuckling tales of the Seven Seas with an array of interesting characters that you can make from items commonly found around the home. From kitchen implements to paper plates, everything can be brought to life with a little crafting and basic puppeteer skills. Join in online for this virtual makerspace where the kids will make some puppets and use them to create their own amazing online puppet show. Arrr!! Ideal for children aged 6 to 10 years. A short list of supplies to gather will be given to you when you register or pop into Bracken Ridge library to pick up a pack of supplies for this makerspace. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/event/online-event-playfulpirate-puppets-virtual-makerspace Sat 26 Sep The Listies: Rolling on the Floor Laughing so Hard a Little Bit of Wee Comes out! | Sunnybank A bonkers sketch comedy extravaganza of epic proportions, made just for kids. Jam packed with magically stupid stuff like a burpershop quartet and the kind of madness that only the award-winning maestros of kidault comedy can make! SUNPAC. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/event/the-listies-rolling-on-thefloor-sunnybank Sun 27 & Mon 28 Sep Alice in Wonderland | New Farm Brisbane City Youth Ballet brings Lewis Carroll’s magical tale, Alice in Wonderland to life through the art of dance. Join the Mad Hatter, Alice and more for great school holiday entertainment and fabulous family fun in a special one-hour show. See your favourite characters live on stage! Brisbane Powerhouse. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/event/alice-in-wonderland-newfarm/all All Families Fun listings are correct at time of printing, but please check before setting off as events may change.

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#FamiliesMagFun STRAWBERRY PICKING You might have to wait another year for your iconic strawberry sundae ice cream, but you don’t have to wait another year to create your own! Show the kids where strawberries really come from when you pick your own fresh from the farm. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/strawberry-farms-brisbane

VISIT MALENY DAIRIES See how milk gets from the cow to the supermarket with a fascinating tour of Maleny Dairies. At this award winning farm you will visit the cows, see how hand-milking was done, and get to taste some of the delicious produce at its freshest.

CLIMB BRISBANE’S BEST CLIMBING TREES The lumberjacks are having a well-earned break from wood chopping this year, so get amongst the timber with a tree climb instead. Kids love to scale branches for a bird-eye view of the world below, and we’ve found the best climbing trees to do just that! www.familiesmagazine.com.au/bestclimbing-trees-brisbane

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VISIT A MUSEUM If you miss taking a stroll up to The Old Museum at the Ekka, why not take a stroll around a new museum?

There are lots of interesting museums in and around Brisbane and at some, entry is free! www.familiesmagazine.com.au/ brisbane-museums-for-kids

PET SOME FARM ANIMALS A trip to the Ekka isn’t complete without a visit to the animal nursery. Luckily there are lots of places to get your fix of cute baby animal encounters, from calves and goats to llamas and deer. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/ farm-visit-brisbane

BE A SCIENTIST Science and technology can really spark a child’s imagination. If your child loves to learn about the natural world around them, set them up as a scientist with these simple at-home activities. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/beststeam-activities-for-children-under-7

GO HORSE RIDING

Are you missing the Ekka? Ekka 2020 was scheduled to run over 10 days from August 7 – 16, so we’ve found our 10 favourite Ekka-related alternatives to fill your days with fun and adventure.

Create your own schedule and keep the Ekka spirit alive!

VISIT THE GINGER FACTORY The Ginger Factory at Yandina is almost a mini Ekka in itself. It has rides, produce, ice cream, demonstrations, and lots to explore.

See the bees make honey, travel the world on an amazing indoor boat ride, sample fresh local produce, ride the mini train, and visit the wonderful old-world shops and displays. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/ the-ginger-factory

If you like to marvel at the horseback displays at the show, why not have a go yourself? There are lots of horse riding venues around Brisbane where kids and adults can learn to ride like a professional, or simply enjoy a trek through the bush. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/ horse-riding-brisbane

GET YOUR FRESH PRODUCE The Woolworths Fresh Food Pavilion is a delight for connoisseurs of fine food and drink – and so is Northey Street Market. Packed with stalls full of fresh organic produce, hot food, and artisan crafts. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/ northey-st-markets

TAKE A HIKE Brisbane’s walking trails are some of the best kept secrets in the city and surrounds. Tire the family out with a long hike through one of our stunning national parks and gardens. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/ brisbane-walking-trails

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